At this point in the story, David flees from Jerusalem. David is the rightful king. But his son, Absalom, stole the hearts of the people. And now, Dav... Read More
To say David is in a dark valley would be a significant understatement. He flees Jerusalem in a funeral procession of sorts. Surrounded by a group of ... Read More
Although Absalom’s betrayal of his father, King David, in this chapter does not contain an immediate resolution, it does point powerfully to Chr... Read More
The gripping question of 1 Samuel 13 is asked by Tamar: where can I carry my shame? Actually, the shame belongs to Amnon. Yet, Tamar endures the conse... Read More
God has chosen and anointed King David and described him as man after His own heart. But the king has just committed two terrible transgressions—com... Read More
Jesus’s resurrection is a guarantee that the suffering we experience in this life, disasters in nature, disease and death in our bodies, and sin... Read More
The King has Died on behalf of his people. Jesus tasted the full measure of death so we merely experience a glancing blow. He tasted death for us so t... Read More
After many years of waiting God has provided Israel with a new king. But even this good king will sin against his people. Therefore, we need to behold... Read More
When Saul calls David, who unbeknownst to him has been anointed to replace him as king, to join his court, we begin to see the contrast between these ... Read More
Here’s Jonah’s problem: he wants God’s mercy for himself and God’s judgment for others. Jonah’s problem isn’t unique to him. Jonah 4 shoul... Read More
