by gatzntmy | Aug 19, 2024 | Bible Blog
Today I read 2 Samuel 5, where David is made king of Israel by the elders; David captures Jerusalem from the Jebusites, and the Philistines are defeated in the valley of Rephaim. Today I considered we should pray before each battle or activity in which we are trying...
by gatzntmy | Aug 16, 2024 | Bible Blog
Today I read 2 Samuel 4, in which everyone was scared because Abner was dead and Saul’s captains cause the murder of Ishbosheth. Today I considered that David did not have a cruel heart and sought righteousness even after battling people. I also considered that...
by gatzntmy | Aug 15, 2024 | Bible Blog
Today I read 2 Samuel 3, in which the long war between David’s and Saul’s people ends and Joab kills Abner. Today I considered that David knew how to inspire loyalty. We need to be careful who we allow to have power and remember who has a reason to want you to...
by gatzntmy | Aug 14, 2024 | Bible Blog
Today I read 2 Samuel 2, in which David is anointed king of Judah, Ishbosheth was made king over Israel, and there was war between Israel and Judah. Today I considered that sometimes you only get part of your blessing until you are ready to handle the full blessing. I...
by gatzntmy | Aug 13, 2024 | Bible Blog
Today I read 2 Samuel 1, in which David and his men receive the news of Saul’s death. David laments Saul and Jonathan’s deaths, especially Jonathan. Today I considered that God has us experience both victory/joy and grief/sorrow in our lives. Victory to Grief David...
by gatzntmy | Aug 12, 2024 | Bible Blog
Today I read 1 Samuel 31, about Israelites killed at Gilboa and the death of Saul and his sons. Today I considered that even if the leader is gone, brave men will sometimes step up to do what they can. Valiant Men Still Alive The enemy won the battle but brave men...
