There are some things we know about David: He took the long route from shepherd to king. He could fight. He was an accomplished musician. He was loyal. He felt deeply. He was a passionate worshipper. He had unshakeable faith in God. He wrote songs that were lyrically moving and powerful. All of …
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Britt’s Thoughts, 2/15 Sermon, 2 Samuel: 20-21, “Aftermath”
Are there sins from the past for which amends must be made today? That’s a question that comes to my mind as I read 2 Samuel 21:1-6. Actually, the question more accurately posed is, “Are there sins committed in the past by someone else with whom I am associated, for which I must make amends?” Put …
Britt’s Thoughts, 2/8 Sermon, 2 Samuel 19, “Reconciliation”
I see parallels in the reconciliation steps David takes to reunite the kingdom following the war with Absalom, and the work of reconciliation required after the breakdown of relationships in day-to-day life – of which the aftermath can feel like war. What do you think? It’s painful. There’s …