David looks over his kingdom, holding his head high enough to not look on the problems and needs of those in his kingdom beyond himself. In a series of moves with Bathsheba, David neglects others and causes hurt and pain for his own family for years. But in that same series of moves we see the power of forgiveness in the cross and resurrection.
Questions This Week
For this week read 2 Samuel chapters 8 and 12.
What has the most annoying person in the world done to you? What makes them so annoying?
Read 2 Samuel 11. What does David use his power to do? How does one sin lead to other sins?
Read 2 Samuel 12:1-14. Why does Nathan tell the story about sheep to David? What does David realize?
When have you been “that man?” When you realize that you are “that guy,” what should you do?
How does looking to the cross of Jesus give you hope when you are “that guy?”
Bible Study for Sunday
2 Samuel Chapters 8-12
What Had happened at Grace this week.
Our Almighty God is the most awesome being in the universe.
The name of God deserves respect and reverence.
The Sabbath was given as a gift – a day of rest, worship and re-creation.
We are to use it to hear God’s Word, celebrate God’s goodness and be restored for the week ahead.
Availability Is what we are talking about this week.
In your relationships with one another, have the same attitude as Christ Jesus, who was God but did not strive to hold onto that divine reality to give himself notoriety. Rather, He stopped and made himself available to serve.
Board games, laughter, and cookies? Ditch the screens and join us for a family game night packed with fun and delicious snacks! Unplug and reconnect - game night awaits!
When Jesus saw those who were like sheep without a shepherd. He had compassion on them -- but not just compassion; He also took action.