David has had good relations with Ammon for some time. When the leadership changes, Ammon commits shameful acts against Israel. Israel and Ammon have become friends. When David defeated the enemies common to Ammon, their king Nahash came with an offer of friendship. David accepted that offer and relations continued on a friendly basis. But […]
David’s reaction to God’s words through Nathan shows his heart. He fell on his knees before the Lord and cried “Who am I” that You would notice me! In scriptures David is called a man after God’s own heart. David had a servant’s heart. One that was forever first focused on the Lord. He was […]
We see David settling down and looking for something special to do. “I know! I will build a house for the Lord.” “Not so” says the Lord. This is a familiar story. We covered it in 2 Samuel 7. In our time together there we looked at the process of David’s answer and later how […]
David does his research and realizes why God was angry the last time they were bringing the Ark to Jerusalem. He addresses it and the Ark finishes its journey. God was pleased that David wanted to bring His presence back into the midst of the people but He had rules that had to be followed. […]
The BEST find ever was made in the Temple. The Book of the Law. Its discovery sparked a true revival in Judah. While getting ready for restoration of the Temple, the Book of the Law was found. It had been MANY years since it was read or followed. In it God commanded each new king […]