TODAY’S DAILY READING: 2 Samuel 23-24 & Psalm 53-54
Old Testament: 2 Samuel 23- The Challenge
2 Samuel 23:8
“These are the names of the mighty men whom David had…”
David was a man mightily used by God. Although he started his journey walking alone into the valley to fight the giant, he did not remain alone. David’s faith was magnetic, and he was soon surrounded by men of great faith. This chapter tells the story of some of the men who surrounded the king. Among those listed are:… Read More
2 Samuel 24- Consequences
2 Samuel 24:10
“And David’s heart condemned him after he had numbered the people. So David said to the Lord, ‘I have sinned greatly in what I have done; but now, I pray, O Lord, take away the iniquity of Your servant, for I have done very foolishly.’”
King David committed a sin by taking a census of the people, rather than trusting in the arm of God as Israel’s defense. His sin was forgiven, but the consequences were grave.
This passage is a vivid illustration of temptation, failure, repentance and results. In … Read More
Psalm 53- Don’t Be A Fool
Psalms 53:1
“The fool has said in his heart,
‘There is no God.’
They are corrupt, and have done abominable iniquity;
There is none who does good.”
Biblically speaking atheism is considered folly because God has gone to great lengths to reveal himself to mankind. Paul, when … Read More
Psalm 54- Strong Hands
Psalm 54:1
“Save me, O God, by Your name, and vindicate me by Your strength.”
This Psalm is a prayer set to music. In It, David is crying out to God to deliver him from those who are seeking to end his life. The title of the Psalm gives us insight into the situation he is facing.… Read More
Jim Gallagher 