Angels on the Tree Tops

What if the sound you’re waiting for isn’t louder effort—but quieter trust?

In this week’s message from Oakridge Adventist Church, we continue our December teaching series Tales of the Trees by stepping into an unexpected Christmas text: 2 Samuel 5. Through the story of David, the Philistines, and the mysterious sound of marching in the treetops, we’re invited to reconsider how God leads, how breakthroughs happen, and whose battles we are actually meant to fight.

This message explores powerful parallels between King David and King Jesus—one who rose from shepherd to king, and the other who laid aside kingship to become our Shepherd. We reflect on waiting instead of rushing, listening instead of striving, and trusting God’s timing over our instincts.

If you’re facing uncertainty, conflict, or a season of waiting, this message invites you to pause beneath the trees, lift your eyes, and listen closely—because God may already be moving ahead of you.