Sermon #457

The episode of David's sin does not simply end with his repentance.  As is often the case, the wreckage of this single momentary lapse in judgment follows not only David but also his immediate and extended family for many years, and even affects the nation of Israel as it descends into civil war, led by David's third son Absalom.  We ( Read more... )

Sermon #456

This dark chapter in David's life brings in a new person to the story, Nathan the prophet.  Although David had hidden his sin from others, he had not hidden the sin from himself, and he certainly did not hide it from God.  When Nathan confronts David with the made-up story of a rich man who stole a poor man's lamb, David was enraged.   ( Read more... )

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