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Category Archives: David
many thousands
Psalm 3 The more powerful you are, the more enemies you will have. David was in a time of distress, where he could count his enemies in the “many thousands.” They were all out to get him, convinced that he … Continue reading
rage or sing?
Psalm 2 The people who first sang this song were making a faith statement about their king. Even though the other nations around them were straining under his harness, and plotting to overthrow him, the Israelites knew that he was … Continue reading
the Jezebel of Judah
2 Kings 11 The Southern kingdom had its Jezebels as well – and Athalia was one of them. She attempted to wipe out the entire royal line of Judah so that she would reign. Thwarting that plan was another woman: … Continue reading
awkward moments
1 Kings 1:1-27 Circumstances conspired to bring about some awkward moments for several people in today’s text. There were awkward moments for David, who had to feel uncomfortable in the presence of his wife, Nathan the prophet, and the beautiful … Continue reading
surrendering our sovereignty
2 Samuel 24 Are we puppets on a string? Is there freedom to choose our own destiny? Might I suggest that the answer to both of those questions could be “yes.” David owns the responsibility for taking the census, but … Continue reading
mighty men
2 Samuel 23:8-39 The mighty men were known for three attributes: being victorious in battle due to discipline and skills. being courageous in spite of numerous opponents. being loyal to David and the others they fought with. The LORD provided … Continue reading
famous last words
2 Samuel 22:1-23:7 These are the words of a man who had faced tremendous challenges in his life – internally and externally. David’s words show confidence in God for what he has done by grace. But there also sounds like … Continue reading
unfinished business
2 Samuel 21 David’s major battles had been fought and won. His tragic mistake with Bathsheba and its consequences are now bad memories. But there is more to do. Life will always throw us unfinished business. Avenging the Gibeonites and … Continue reading
humpty dumpty
2 Samuel 20 Another rebellion, this time led by Sheba from the northern tribes, highlights the instability of David’s kingdom after his sin. Also, Joab’s murder of Amasa shows his unwillingness to submit to David’s choice of commander. The whole … Continue reading
the ravages of time
2 Samuel 19 The fighting is over,the rebellion put down, and David is restored as king over Judah and Israel. But there is still conflict. There are still disagreements, ill feelings, tensions that would later disrupt into a divided kingdom … Continue reading
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