Day 124 – 1 Chronicles 13-16
Talking Points As part of the restoration taking place under the unified kingship of David, plans are made to bring the ark of God to Jerusalem. It is a great…
Day 122 – Psalm 133
Talking Points As God's people are united under the kingship of David, a great time of prosperity and success is seen across the land. David writes the 133rd Psalm celebrating…
Day 121 – 2 Samuel 5, 1 Chronicles 11-12
Talking Points David sees much success. After seven-and-a-half years of ruling over Judah, the northern tribes then recognize David as king of Israel, and he rules over a unified kingdom.…
Day 112 – Psalm 6, 8-10, 14, 16, 19, 21
Talking Points These are some of the Psalms of David -- some of lament, some of recognition of the ungodliness of the world, some of praise, all his prayers recorded.Psalm…
Day 108 – Psalm 17, 35, 54, 63
Talking Points Faced with a malicious enemy, David turns to God. He seeks His comfort, help, and protection. We also see that he wants vindication and justice. David wants his…
Day 107 – 1 Samuel 25-27
Talking Points In a simple verse, it is recorded, "Then Samuel died..." It seems a little anti-climactic when you think about his life and service to the Lord. A life…
Day 106 – Psalm 56, 120, 140, 141, 142
Talking Points Again we see David's turmoil in dealing with the attacks of people. It becomes clear that words and slander are at least as upsetting as physical attacks and…
Day 105 – Psalms 7, 27, 31, 34, 52
Talking Points The Psalms are the most peculiar things. We have the actual songs from the Hebrew hymnal. These are songs that were sung in celebrations and at funerals, songs…
Day 103 – 1 Samuel 18-20, Psalms 11, 59
Talking Points As David's popularity grows, Saul becomes angry and suspicious of him. He places David in perilous situations hoping for his ruin. As Saul sees that God is with…
Day 102 – 1 Samuel 15-17
Talking Points God gives very clear commands to Saul to completely destroy the Amalekites. Saul disobeys. The Bible says, "But Saul..." (15:9). Partial obedience is not obedience. Notice the process:God…