THE RETURN OF THE KING

2 Samuel 19-20

Introduction

1. Will people be happy? (19:1-8)

2. Will everyone get along? (19:9-40)

‍ a. Israel & Judah

‍ b. Amasa

‍ c. Shemei

‍ d. Mephibosheth

‍ e. Barzillai

3. Can he get rid of the bad people? (20:1-22)

‍ a. Sheba: Part 1 (20:1-2)

‍ b. Abishai (20:4-13)

‍ c. Sheba: Part 2 (20:14-22)

Conclusion

HOPE FOR OUR DARKEST HOUR

2 Samuel 15-18

Introduction: In the darkest hour… hope

Main point: God makes us low in his discipline, but lifts us up in his deliverance

God brings us low in his discipline

(Seen in David):

• Through Absalom (15:1-26)

• Through Ahithophel (15:31)

• Through Shimei (16:6-12)

God’s discipline (Hebrews 12:5-10)

• Deliver me, my God! (Psalm 3:7-8)

But God lifts us up in his deliverance

(Seen in David)

• By providing

• From Ahithophel

• From Absalom

Conclusion: In our darkest hours - why is there hope?

THE DISCIPLINE OF A FATHER

2 Samuel 13-14

Introduction: Learning the effects

Main points:

In God’s discipline we learn to grieve over sin’s effects:

1. To grieve over its effect on victims

2. To grieve over its effect on justice

3. To grieve over its effect on relationships

Conclusion: Hope for us in our grieving