Day 137 – 2 Samuel 16-18
Talking Points God's promise of judgment in the consequences of David's sin continues to be fulfilled as Absalom's rebellion escalates. It really is an unimaginable situation, full of betrayal, lies,…
Day 136 – Psalm 3-4, 12-13, 28, 55
Talking Points Life is hard. That reality is not denied by the psalmist. And, facing much adversity, he sets his heart on God, knowing He alone is "the One who…
Day 135 – 2 Samuel 13-15
Talking Points God's promise of judgment on David, because of his sin, is being fulfilled. We often think that forgiveness means the removal of consequence. This account shows it not…
Day 134 – Psalm 32, 51, 86, 122
Talking Points Praise God for the forgiveness of sin!These are really great psalms revealing the character of God. While He is sometimes painted as harsh, angry, and quick to judge,…
Day 133 – 2 Samuel 11-12, 1 Chronicles 20
Talking Points The account starts, "Then it happened" (2 Samuel 11:1). It was a great time. There was great success by the nation and personally for David. God had done…
Day 132 – Psalm 65-67, 69-70
Talking Points Psalms 65, 66, and 67 are full of reminders and a response. Reminders: God creates and then sustains His creation!God gives and protects our lives!God blesses us with…
Day 131 – 2 Samuel 10, 1 Chronicles 19, Psalm 20
Talking Points David's conflict with the Ammonites and Arameans begins as they doubt his good intentions in sending his servants to them. They disgrace the servants and send them away,…
Day 130 – Psalm 50, 53, 60, 75
Talking Points God Himself is the righteous Judge. He is not swayed or influenced by evil or wickedness. He is completely impartial. The LORD knows all, even the hearts and…
Day 129 – 2 Samuel 8-9, 1 Chronicles 8
Talking Points David sees tremendous success, defeating many of the enemies of Israel. David's success is widely known. The verses report, "and the LORD helped David wherever he went" (8:6,…
Day 128 – Psalm 25, 29, 33, 36, 39
Talking Points Life is fast and fleeting. Many of the things we tend to consider important are revealed to be insignificant. The eternal is what truly matters.God's faithfulness, lovingkindness, righteousness,…