April 11 | David’s Praise
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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April 11, 2024
April 11, 2024
Psalms 35; 54; 63; 18
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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April 10, 2024
April 10, 2024
1 Samuel 25-27; Psalms 17, 73
In 1 Samuel 25-27, David demonstrates wisdom and restraint in conflicts with Nabal and Saul, and seeks refuge among the Philistines to escape Saul's pursuit. Psalms 17 and 73 echo themes of seeking God's protection and wrestling with the prosperity of the wicked, ultimately reaffirming faith in God's righteous judgment and providence.
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April 10 | David’s Prayer
Today’s Reading: Read Psalm 17 Sometimes knowing how to pray in difficult situations is a challenge. What do we ask for? What words do we...
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From Priests to Kings: Navigating God’s Truth Through 1 Samuel
In this thought-provoking episode of Sermon Notes, host Jay Strother and guest Brian Ball delve deep into the pivotal transition of Israel into a nation under a king.
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April 9, 2024
April 9, 2024
Psalms 56; 120; 140-142
In Psalms 56, 120, & 140-142, David expresses his trust in God's protection amidst fear, lies, and violent persecution, seeking deliverance and justice. He emphasizes the power of prayer, his reliance on God's faithfulness, and the moral distinction between the righteous and the wicked, affirming his commitment to God's path even in the face of adversity.
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April 9 | David’s Peace
Today’s Reading: Read Psalm 56 If you were standing on a diving board that was 10 feet in the air, would you have courage of...
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April 8 | David’s Courage
Today’s Reading: Read Psalm 27 When have you had courage in a situation? Courage is the willingness to do something that is hard even though...
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April 8, 2024
April 8, 2024
Psalms 7; 27; 31; 34; 52
In Psalms 7, 27, 31, 34, and 52, David seeks refuge in God amidst persecution, expressing trust and confidence in God's protection and justice. He pleads for deliverance from his enemies, celebrates God's faithfulness and righteous judgment, and encourages the righteous to maintain their faith and integrity, confident that God will ultimately vindicate them and punish the wicked.
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April 7 | Week 14 Gospel Conversation Opportunity
GOSPEL CONVERSATION OPPORTUNITY Read I Samuel 16:7 “But the Lord said to Samuel, “Do not look at his appearance or his stature because I have...
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April 6 | God’s Protection for David
Today’s Reading: Read I Samuel 23:26; I Samuel 24; Psalm 91 What’s your favorite movie? Who is the good guy? Who is the bad guy...
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April 6, 2024
April 6, 2024
1 Samuel 21-24; Psalm 91
In 1 Samuel 21-24, David sought refuge with Ahimelech the priest in Nob, receiving consecrated bread and Goliath's sword. Fleeing to Gath, he feigned madness before King Achish. Later, David spared Saul's life in a cave, exemplifying mercy amidst pursuit. Psalm 91 emphasizes trust in God's protection amidst peril.
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