David displays the kindness of God as he invites a forgotten man with a disability to have a permanent place at the king’s table. II Samuel 9

Despite our best efforts, the Gospel always has been and always will be about the overwhelming mercy of YHWH, a fact that David is reminded of again in 2 Sam 7. 2 Sam 7:1-29

Properly responding to the presence of the Lord, releases God's servants to a dance of unmitigated joy. II Samuel 6

God’s faithfulness demonstrated through time, in difficult circumstances and despite our sin, gives us reason to trust God with every part of our lives. II Samuel 5

For those who have ears to hear, the stories of the Scripture tell us a lot about ourselves. As David's struggle for the kingship of Israel ensues we see both the stumbling blocks that will undo us and firm foundations to build on as we seek the path of King Jesus. II Samuel 3: 1-11, 26-39; 4:1, 5-12

As David is crowned in Hebron we discover with him, that we best grasp the thread of providence when we keep inquiring of the Lord and are not surprised by opposition. 2 Samuel 2

As Hebrews closes out the congregation is encouraged to remember and pray for those that God has given to them as leaders, equipped with the grace of our Great Leader. Hebrews 13:7-25

It is as we follow Jesus outside of the gate that we truly find life and experience the transforming power of the Gospel even in the midst of the challenges of this world. Hebrews 13:7-21