In 2 Samuel 1–3, David mourns Saul and Jonathan’s deaths and is anointed king over Judah, while Saul’s son Ish-bosheth rules the rest of Israel. A power struggle follows between the two houses, but David grows stronger as God’s chosen king.
Before you begin
Ask the Lord to give you a fresh sense of wonder as you read His Word. Pray for understanding and for an open, humble, obedient heart to receive what He wants to say to you.
Read
Review
Write a sentence or two about what you've just read. This could be a summary of the passage or an observation or highlight that stood out to you.
Reflect
In this passage, David genuinely laments the death of Saul, despite their tumultuous relationship. When you see someone—especially one who has wronged you—fall into sin, get removed from a position of power, or “get what is coming to them,” how does your heart respond?
"Our hope is not in winning here and now, but to look and see the big picture of what God is doing." —Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth1
Respond
Write a short prayer, based on today’s reading. This could include praise, gratitude, personal confession, agreement with the truth, or a request for yourself or someone else.
1“The Wonder of the Word,” Week 13, Day 4
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Takeaway Thought
What key verse or insight will you take with you into your day?