2 Samuel 8-10, 1 Chronicles 18-19, Psalm 99

About this episode

This episode discusses David's military victories and his kindness to Mephibosheth, emphasizing God's presence in battle and the importance of worship.

In today’s readings, we’ll cover some of David’s military exploits. As he and his forces are victorious over their enemies, the reader is to understand that the Lord is with him in battle. The narrative thus far has established that David prioritizes the right worship of God. Much like the gospel accounts, we’ll read parallel narratives when we read portions from 2 Samuel and from 1 Chronicles, so don’t be alarmed or feel like you’re experiencing déjà vu. One section that’s unique to 2 Samuel is a recording of David’s kindness to a handicapped man named Mephibosheth; he was last remaining relative of Saul’s family, the son of his friend Jonathan.

People in this episode

Host: John Ross

Topics covered

• David's military exploits
• God's presence in battle
• right worship of God
• parallel narratives
• kindness to Mephibosheth

Keywords

• David
• Mephibosheth
• military exploits
• 1 Chronicles
• 2 Samuel
• Psalm 99
• worship
• God

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Psalm 99, 2 Samuel, 1 Chronicles

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