Tuesday, May 12, 2020
by Robert Dean
Passage: 2 Samuel 16:15-19
Series: 1st and 2nd Samuel (2015)
Duration: 1 hr 12 mins 44 secs
Did you ever have someone close to you turn against you? Listen to this lesson to hear how not only David’s son, but also his trusted advisor overthrew him and sent him fleeing from Jerusalem. In this chaotic atmosphere David had to decide whether to give in to fear and despair or to believe God’s promises. Today we face tremendous upheaval and we, too, need to remember that God is sovereign and His plan is being fulfilled in the world.
Tuesday, May 19, 2020
by Robert Dean
Passage: 2 Samuel 16:15-17:15
Series: 1st and 2nd Samuel (2015)
Duration: 1 hr 3 mins 45 secs
When all around you is uncertain, where should you turn for help? Listen to this lesson to hear about a time when David appeared to be in a hopeless situation. Find out how God worked behind the scenes for him as his former counselor, Ahithophel, gave Absalom excellent advice which should have been followed. When we face a crisis, we need to accept that God is sovereign and we can trust Him to provide the help we need.
Tuesday, May 26, 2020
by Robert Dean
Passage: 2 Samuel 17:5-29
Series: 1st and 2nd Samuel (2015)
Duration: 1 hr 1 mins 50 secs
Is there a pattern between David’s flight from Absalom that parallels Christ’s journey on His last night before the Crucifixion? Find out eight points that show the similarities. See how Hushai cleverly counters Ahithophel’s advice to kill David and what he urges David to do. See Ahithophel’s tragic end when he realizes what has happened. Today, we need to realize that we are being provided for by God just as David and his followers were cared for during this difficult time.