OPCM Women

I. A Safe Kingdom and a Sad King (18:1– 19:3) We offer true worship to God when we put to death our sinful behaviors. II. The King Returns (19:4-43) God is a God of grace & mercy, our faith & obedience is our response to his love. III. Rebellion and Wisdom (20:1-26) In the past, Jesus gave His life for us. In the present, Jesus is at work in you. In the future, Jesus will make you beautiful. PDF Summary of Headings/Principles in Samuel: https://opcmilford.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Samuel-Summaries.pdf

AIM: In all things, God is writing His story, for our good and His glory. I. Absalom - Attractive Enticing Enemy (15:1-12) Being alert to the enemy and knowing/believing the truth are needed to live wisely. II. David - Rejected Suffering King (15:13-16:14) God is a God who reverses- can take what is evil and use it for good. III. Absalom/David - To Whom will you be Loyal? (16:15-17:29) Decisions and actions today, are impactful for eternity.

I. Sin (11) Unchecked desires can lead to temptation, and if not avoided will lead to sin. II. Forgiveness and Grace (12:1–14) Humble confession and repentance lead to forgiveness and grace. III. Consequences of Sin (12:15–14:33) Jesus absorbs sin's punishments, He does not remove every consequence.

I. God Builds David's House (5:6-5:25) The King's house is built by God for the sake of His people. II. God Inhabits David's House (6:1-23) The King's house is blessed when a Holy God "lives" there. III. God Expands David's House (7:1-29) The King's house is being built for [of all people] me. The King's Household should be marked by: Careful Obedience; Humble Reverence; Joyful, Authentic, Passionate Worship; Surrender to the Builder

I. David's Responses to Saul & Jonathan's Death (1-2:7) As God's people, we grieve, lament, and seek guidance in the presence of our Perfect King. II. Opposing Kingdoms Failure (2:8-3:39) As God's people, we have His presence in the midst of the mess. III. Assassination & King David Reigns (4-5:5) As God's people, we run to Christ and His presence and remember the promise of Heaven. Closing Song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=obe-pNlv4ac

I. Where Do You Run When You are Afraid? (28) Run to Jesus; He is the presence of God and the Word of God. II. Where Do You Find Strength? (30) We need to be strengthened in the Lord. God protects that which He indwells, He gives wisdom and hope. III. Who Do You Follow? (31) Wait on God, trust in His plan.

I. The Choosing (18-20) Choosing loyoalty to Jesus does bring a cost (for now, but eternal gain). II. The Chasing (21-23) Chasing God's eternal kingdom involves EXPECTING and ACCEPTING wilderness times. III. The Waiting (24-26) Obeying God in the wilderness times involves WAITING and SURRENDER.