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Fighting the Ammonites and Syrians; David and Bathsheba(2 Samuel 10 – 11; 1 Chronicles 19)

Nahash, the king of Ammon died, and his son Hanun reigned in his place.  David sent word to him to comfort him.  Hanun, however, heeded counsel of the princes of Ammon suggesting that David was simply spying on Ammon and trying to overthrow them.  They took David's messengers, shaved off half their beards, and cut … Continue reading Fighting the Ammonites and Syrians; David and Bathsheba(2 Samuel 10 – 11; 1 Chronicles 19)

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Living in Lo Debar: The Story of Mephibosheth (2 Samuel 8:15 – 9:13; 1 Chronicles 18:14 – 17)

The latter part of 2 Samuel 8 speaks of the reign of David over all of Israel, and lists all his officers of the kingdom.  Now that there was rest from Israel's enemies, David began to reflect, and asked if there was anyone from Saul's house that was left.  One of Saul's servants, Ziba, was … Continue reading Living in Lo Debar: The Story of Mephibosheth (2 Samuel 8:15 – 9:13; 1 Chronicles 18:14 – 17)

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David’s Thanksgiving and Conquest (2 Samuel 7:18 – 8:14; 1 Chronicles 17, 18:1 – 13)

David takes time to thank God for using him for His purposes and blessing him.  He also thanked Him for making covenant with him.  David then went to battle against the Philistines, the Moabites, the Zobahites, the Syrians, and more.  He destroyed many Philistines, made the Moabites servants, hamstrung the horses of the Zobahites, and … Continue reading David’s Thanksgiving and Conquest (2 Samuel 7:18 – 8:14; 1 Chronicles 17, 18:1 – 13)

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The Ark Comes to Jerusalem; The Davidic Covenant(2 Samuel 6:1 – 7:17; 1 Chronicles 13, 15, 16:1 – 7)

David and the choice men of Israel (30,000 of them) put together a team to bring the ark back to Jerusalem.  They took it from the house of Abinadab, put it on a cart, and Uzzah and Ahio drove the cart.  The entire crowd played music on instruments.  When they came to Nachon's threshing floor, … Continue reading The Ark Comes to Jerusalem; The Davidic Covenant(2 Samuel 6:1 – 7:17; 1 Chronicles 13, 15, 16:1 – 7)

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The Philistines Defeated (2 Samuel 5:17 – 25; 1 Chronicles 14:8 – 17)

When the Philistines heard that David was anointed king, they went to search for him.  David went to the stronghold at Zion.  David inquired of God as to whether to fight the Philistines, and God told him to go.  David went to Baal Perazim and defeated the Philistines there.  The Philistines left there images there, … Continue reading The Philistines Defeated (2 Samuel 5:17 – 25; 1 Chronicles 14:8 – 17)

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The Nation United Under David; Jerusalem Conquered (2 Samuel 5:1 – 16; 1 Chronicles 11:1 – 9, 14:1 – 7)

All the tribes of Israel came to David and Hebron and rehearsed the fact that David was anointed king and led its armies, and was destined to be their king.  They entered into covenant and anointed David king over Israel.  David was 30 years old when he began to reign, and reigned 40 years total … Continue reading The Nation United Under David; Jerusalem Conquered (2 Samuel 5:1 – 16; 1 Chronicles 11:1 – 9, 14:1 – 7)

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David Mourns for Abner; Ishbosheth is Killed (2 Samuel 3:31 – 4:12)

David mourned deeply for Abner, following his body to burial.  All the people believed that David did not participate in Abner's death, and loved his actions, as they did all the king's actions.  He called Abner a prince and a great man, and sang a song of mourning for him.  He also called upon the … Continue reading David Mourns for Abner; Ishbosheth is Killed (2 Samuel 3:31 – 4:12)

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Abner Joins David and is Killed(2 Samuel 3:6 – 30)

Ishbosheth found out that Abner had been with his father Saul's concubine, Rizpah.  He asked Abner why he did it.  Abner was offended that Ishbosheth confronted him, and vowed to help David overthrow the house of Saul.  Abner sent messengers to David offering to help him win the kingdom.  David accepted his offer on the … Continue reading Abner Joins David and is Killed(2 Samuel 3:6 – 30)