The Christian Family — Part Two
Marriage is not a cultural invention. Rather, it is a union between one...
The Christian Family
We can only understand the Christian family within the context of the church...
“This Thing That Has Happened” — Part Three
Following Jewish custom, Mary and Joseph took the twelve-year-old Jesus to the Feast...
Restoration
The ripple effects of sin—even forgiven sin—often extend far beyond the original offense....
“This Thing That Has Happened” — Part Two
After a prolonged period of silence, God’s word came to His people through...
“This Thing That Has Happened” — Part One
Jesus’ birth is no myth; it’s the wondrous, supernatural entry of the eternal...
“You Are the Man!” — Part Two
The account of David’s repentance in 2 Samuel 12 is complemented by Psalm...
“You Are the Man!” — Part One
Externally, King David’s attempt to cover up Uriah’s murder appeared successful—but the Lord...
Getting Our Spiritual Bearings
Paul wrote to the early church in Philippi to help them get their...
“Till All His Foes Submit” — Part Two
Although the Syrians and Ammonites fled from battle before Joab and his mighty...
“Till All His Foes Submit” — Part One
After the Ammonite king’s death, David sent servants to offer condolences to the...
Kingdom of Kindness
With Israel’s kingdom secured, David enjoyed a time of grateful reflection. Recalling his...
“So David Reigned Over All”
During his reign, King David administered justice to his people and chose faithful...
“The Lord Gave Victory”
During his reign, King David struck down his enemies according to God’s purposes,...
Good Friday Meditation
Romans 4:25 tells us that Jesus “was delivered up for our trespasses and...
The Resurrection
Life is short, and death is the inescapable reality for us all. Our...
A Curious Incident
Jesus’ humble yet triumphant entry into Jerusalem fulfilled Old Testament prophecy and openly...
“Do as You Have Spoken”
David’s prayers were fueled by the Lord’s promises. Confident that God would do...
Instruction for Mankind
(2 Samuel 7:18-22) God promised to establish His kingdom forever through David’s seed....
Understanding the Promise — Part Two
(2 Samuel 7:8-17) When King David desired to build a new house for...
Understanding the Promise — Part One
(2 Samuel 7:8-17) God’s message was clear: instead of David building the Lord’s...
God’s Perspective on David’s Proposal
With his kingdom established and enjoying a time of peace, David proposed to...
“Before the Lord”
(2 Samuel 6:12-23) After a three-month stopover at the house of Obed-edom, the...
A Dreadful Moment
(2 Samuel 6:1-11) David’s triumphant procession to return the ark of God to...
“Behold Your God!” — Part Two
(Isaiah 40:12-31) In tumultuous times, we can either seek out a god of...
“Behold Your God!” — Part One
(Isaiah 40:12-31) In the midst of a national dilemma or a personal trial,...
The Message and the Mission
(Isaiah 40:6-11) “Behold your God!” On the heels of the announcement of Jerusalem’s...
Tidings of Comfort and Joy
(Isaiah 40:1-5) The message of comfort and joy that accompanied Christ’s birth is...
Murder, He Wrote
While the Lord promised to establish David’s throne forever, the kingdom was not...
A Failed Solution
Hiding sin is always a futile exercise. King David knew this—yet when he...