Tag Archive - Absalom

Dependance in the face of deadly opposition: Psalm 3

October 4, 2010 in Bible Blog with 0 Comments

Where did David turn for help when he was hunted by his son Absalom? 2 Samuel details the calamity that came upon David from within his own family when Absalom desired to kill him and take the throne of Israel. How would you react if one of your children desired to see you killed? In Psalms 3 we find out how David endured his time of exile as his son sought to kill him.

Though the adversaries all around David increased and their counsel proclaimed that no help could be found in God, David chose to cling to God for his help and hope. God was the shield and glory of David. Do you have the faith and confidence to run to God when you face insurmountable obstacles? Continue Reading…

Contrasting characters of Joab and David in 2 Samuel 19 and 20

June 14, 2010 in Bible Blog with 0 Comments

How is true restoration after conflict and disagreement achieved? When the bonds of friendship, family, and love have been strained or torn asunder how do you move on towards reconciliation? In 2 Samuel 19 and 20 this question of restoring trust and fellowship is faced by the people of Israel. Joab and David exhibit strong leadership during the conflict between Absalom but one follows his own way to achieve what he deems best while the other shows a consistent dependance upon God in all ways. Continue Reading…

What is the source of David’s hope and strength in 2 Samuel 17 and 18

June 13, 2010 in Bible Blog with 1 Comment

Who is ultimately in control of the events of life? There are different views that people hold about the catalyst of events that happen in life: Qi the circulating life force, luck is sought out to bring favorable outcomes, fate and destiny direct the course of life, or there simply is no rhythm or reason to life requiring sheer will power to make it through. Do any of the previous ideas listed bring hope? How do we make it through the low and high times of life without losing hope? When a loved one suddenly dies, when you find yourself unemployed, when you are abandoned, when monotony overwhelms life, or when you come to a point where suicide becomes an option will you just hope that there is more to life or will you seek out the true catalyst in life? Continue Reading…

God’s sovereignty in tribulation instills clarity: 2 Samuel 15 and 16

June 12, 2010 in Bible Blog with 0 Comments

Who is David? As I have read through 2 Samuel I have been getting a better picture of this great leader of Israel. My initial view of David prior to this time of quiet reflection about his character was built upon what I heard in sunday school, church services, and bible studies. I remember hearing that David was a man after God’s own heart but I never wondered about him in a deeper way beyond the touted characteristics repeatedly presented to me. The picture that we are presented in 2 Samuel shapes David into a man plagued with personal problems, family problems, and problems ruling over Israel but the consistent trait that David displays through out his life is total dependance upon God. Continue Reading…