A lone prophet against the powerful religious dominance of Baalism. It is a story we are likely familiar with. A story where the LORD gives an exhilarating show of his power

Waiting is especially hard when we anticipate a blessing to come our way. David had waited a very long time for the day of his coronation as king of Israel. But now the waiting is over.

David shows himself to be a king who values justice and righteousness, the forerunner of the Lord of righteousness, Jesus Christ.

Peter’s faith is sometime weak, and he often misunderstands Christ’s mission, but Peter knows the Lord, and his tears show a heart that is eager to repent and be restored.

The life and reign of David give us insight into how we should think about God’s Kingdom. Even when it looks unlikely for God’s promises to be fulfilled, God is at work, using His means and His timing to bring them about.

In this chapter, we see the kingdom of God made visible and the world’s opposition that inevitably arises against the Lord

The gathering storm of conflict between Jesus and the Jewish Leaders has grown and is now near full strength. The High Priest and the Sanhedrin bring Jesus to trial.