by gatzntmy | Aug 30, 2024 | Bible Blog
Today I read 2 Samuel 14, in which Joab helps Absalom return to be in the presence of David. Today I considered that Joab’s loyalty to David extended beyond the battlefield. Loyalty can include people caring about your emotional and mental health. Absalom Returns to...
by gatzntmy | Aug 29, 2024 | Bible Blog
Today I read 2 Samuel 13, in which Amnon defiles Tamar so Absalom kills Amnon. Then, Absalom flees to Geshur. Today I considered that David’s son Amnon committed a sin similar to David, but David did not punish him so his son did. Amnon Killed for His Sin Amnon’s sin...
by gatzntmy | Aug 28, 2024 | Bible Blog
Today I read 2 Samuel 12, in which David repents of his sin against Uriah and Bathsheba, and takes the victory over the Ammonites though Joab was the one who took the royal city. Today I considered that David’s punishment lasted the rest of his life showing God can...
by gatzntmy | Aug 27, 2024 | Bible Blog
Today I read 2 Samuel 11, in which David sins against Uriah and Bathsheba. Today I considered that we can look at the examples of those in the Bible but no human being is perfect except Jesus Christ. David’s Sin Against His Own Warrior David was not doing what he...
by gatzntmy | Aug 26, 2024 | Bible Blog
Today I read 2 Samuel 10, about David’s victory over the Ammonites and their allies. Today I considered that wrongful fear can cause defeat and we should pray before deciding someone meant to harm us. Battle Instead of Kindness A leader wanted peace but got war and...
by gatzntmy | Aug 23, 2024 | Bible Blog
Today I read 2 Samuel 9, in which David remembers and repays the kindness of Jonathan. Today I considered that when you make a pledge with a good friend, you should try to honor it. David and Mephibosheth David looked for survivors from Saul’s line to repay Jonathan’s...
