In Psalms 6, 9, 10, 14, 16, and 21, David cries out to God for mercy, deliverance, and justice, expressing confidence in the Lord's strength, sovereignty, and ability to defeat the wicked and restore his people. David praises God's righteousness, counseling, and victory, even as he laments the depravity of humanity and pleads for the Lord to rise up against oppressors.
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Today’s Reading: Read 2 Samuel 2:5-10; 3:1; 3:17-21; 2 Samuel 5:4-5 If you were going to write in a journal, what would you write about? ...
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Today’s Reading: Read 2 Samuel 2:5-10; 3:1; 3:17-21; 2 Samuel 5:4-5 Have you ever had a great plan for an amazing day and then unexpectedly...
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In 2 Samuel 1-4, David mourns the death of Saul and Jonathan, and he has the Amalekite who claims to have killed Saul executed. There is a civil war between the house of Saul, led by Ish-bosheth, and the house of David, until Ish-bosheth is assassinated and David becomes king over all Israel.
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Our newest campus, The Church at West End is celebrating their one year anniversary!
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GOSPEL CONVERSATION OPPORTUNITY Read Hebrews 13:5-6. Talk about the fact that God promises to never leave us or abandon us. What does that mean? Click...
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Today’s Reading: Read Psalm 124; Psalm 130 Have you ever heard the word “testimony” before? It’s a big word that means telling others something that...
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Psalms 121, 123-125, & 128-130 collectively express a deep trust in God's protection, guidance, and provision. They depict a journey of faith, acknowledging God as the source of help, favor, and salvation, and celebrate the blessings and peace granted to those who fear and follow the Lord, assuring redemption and deliverance from adversity.
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Today’s Reading: Read Psalm 121 Grab a chair and put it in the middle of the room. Have each family member take a turn sitting...
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In 1 Samuel 28-31 and 1 Chronicles 10, Saul, facing war with the Philistines, seeks guidance from a medium, bringing up Samuel's spirit, who predicts Saul's defeat and death. Despite efforts, Saul's army is defeated at Gilboa; Saul and his sons die, marking the end of his reign and the transition to David's kingship. The narrative highlights Saul's despair and disobedience to God, contrasting with David's loyalty and reliance on God, setting the stage for a new era in Israel's history.
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Today’s Reading: Read Psalm 63; Psalm 18:1-3; 18:30-36; 18:49 Before you read today, challenge the members of your family to do something for someone else...
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In Psalms 35, 54, 63, and 18, David seeks God's intervention against his enemies, expressing trust in God's deliverance and protection. He praises God for past rescues, articulates his dependence on God's strength, and rejoices in the assurance of God's justice and personal faithfulness to him.
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