As a result of the devil’s lies and Adam’s sin, we are sinners enslaved to disobedience. So Adam’s sin ignited a life and death struggle between good and evil. But God promised salvation in a second Adam, the Lord Jesus, whose death on the cross brings eternal life and the power to live for God’s glory!

King David’s heart responds to God’s mercy and grace with exuberant praise and humble sacrifice. To a greater degree, Jesus’ heart is bent towards sinners as He died a sacrificial death in their place. So, in response to King Jesus, Christians are compelled to live a life of humility and praise to God.

Absalom’s rebellion gives way to another, wearying us of the constant instability of earthly kingdoms, which should cause us to look forward to a righteous king who atones for our sin, reconciles us to God, and brings unity as we long for an eternal unshakable kingdom!

In various seasons, the wicked thrive while the righteous are rejected and despised. But during dark days of despair, God is faithful. He never leaves nor forsakes His people. So then, Christians are called to endure in the shadow of death, knowing Christ has redeemed us and will keep us forever!

Moses states the unthinkable to God in Exodus 33:18, “Show me Your glory.” But through that interaction, we learn that God’s glory is seen most clearly in His justice and His mercy, which go hand in hand and find their full and final fulfillment in Jesus, who extends mercy to all who believe in Him.

God promised a king from David’s own body will rule over an eternal kingdom and the sword will not depart from David’s house. God’s promises come to pass and point us to Jesus, the one true

The Bible teaches us that it’s the kindness of God that leads a person to repentance, but that is never an isolated event. Instead, the life of a believer is marked by the on-going process of turning from sin and walking in righteousness to the glory of God.

Despite David’s sin of adultery and murder, which deserves death, God’s grace is greater! Because Jesus made a full, final, and forever payment for sin, God can confront, forgive, and restore. Therefore, we should respond in pure joy and total allegiance to Jesus!

Despite being a conquering king, David’s sin reveals that we need a greater king, King Jesus, who perfectly obeys God even to the point of death. In Him, God is well pleased. Therefore, we must bind our wandering hearts to Him so we too might be pleasing to God!

Belonging to an unshakable kingdom means we can be incredibly kind. As God establishes His kingdom in the world, He is showing incredible kindnes to humanity and calling His people to do the same. So, let's seek the King's kindness and show His kindness to one another and the world!