The first half of the book of 2 Samuel might be called 'The Rise and Rise of King David.' God's promises made to Abraham appear to be moving towards fulfilment. And yet,... the narrative contains details which raise some concerns. Vanessa Hughes leads this series of Devotionals in the book of 2 Samuel, chapters 1-10. @Growing-Disciples

The first half of the book of 2 Samuel details the rise of King David. After finally receiving the throne of Israel, David unites the nation under God, and receives God's promise of a dynasty with an '�ultimate' King who would reign forever (2 Sam 7). Peace and prosperity follows. What, now, could possibly go wrong? The second half of the book of 2 Samuel shows exactly what does go wrong, beginning with adultery and murder.

The first half of the book of 2 Samuel might be called 'The Rise and Rise of King David.' God's promises made to Abraham appear to be moving towards fulfilment. And yet,... the narrative contains details which raise some concerns. Vanessa Hughes leads this series of Devotionals in the book of 2 Samuel, chapters 1-10. @Growing-Disciples

The first half of the book of 2 Samuel might be called 'The Rise and Rise of King David.' God's promises made to Abraham appear to be moving towards fulfilment. And yet,... the narrative contains details which raise some concerns. Vanessa Hughes leads this series of Devotionals in the book of 2 Samuel, chapters 1-10.

The first half of the book of 2 Samuel might be called 'The Rise and Rise of King David.' God's promises made to Abraham appear to be moving towards fulfilment. And yet,... the narrative contains details which raise some concerns. Vanessa Hughes leads this series of Devotionals in the book of 2 Samuel, chapters 1-10.

In this week leading into Easter, Mal York takes us into Matthew's account of Jesus' passion. @Growing-Disciples