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église AB Lausanne ; KJV 2 Samuel (2 Kings) 3 Now there was long war between the house of Saul and the house of David: but David waxed stronger and stronger, and the house of Saul waxed weaker and weaker. And unto David were sons born in Hebron: and his firstborn was Amnon, of Ahinoam the Jezreelitess; And his second, Chileab, of Abigail the wife of Nabal the Carmelite; and the third, Absalom the son of Maacah the daughter of Talmai king of Geshur; And the fourth, Adonijah the son of Haggith; and the fifth, Shephatiah the son of Abital; And the sixth, Ithream, by Eglah David's wife. These were born to David in Hebron. And it came to pass, while there was war between the house of Saul and the house of David, that Abner made himself strong for the house of Saul. And Saul had a concubine, whose name was Rizpah, the daughter of Aiah: and Ish-bosheth said to Abner, Wherefore hast thou gone in unto my father's concubine? Then was Abner very wroth for the words of Ish-bosheth, and said, Am I a dog's head, which against Judah do shew kindness this day unto the house of Saul thy father, to his brethren, and to his friends, and have not delivered thee into the hand of David, that thou chargest me to day with a fault concerning this woman? So do God to Abner, and more also, except, as the LORD hath sworn to David, even so I do to him; To translate the kingdom from the house of Saul, and to set up the throne of David over Israel and over Judah, from Dan even to Beer-sheba. ...

24/11/2024 – Evening Service Rev Ian M Watson 2 Samuel 18:1-19:8 The post O Absalom, my son appeared first on Hope Church Blackwood & Kirkmuirhill.

Join Seb and Mandy as we walk through 2 Samuel 15:1 to 18:18 and see the way that Absalom's uprising threaten's David's Kingship, but ultimately fails.

As The Life of David continues, we examine the story of Absalom in 2 Samuel 18. By drawing parallels between David's past mistakes and the tragic events that unfold in his family, Pastor Brandon implores us to take our sins seriously and trust God to use our worst to bring out His best.

As David went on the run from his son Absalom, many people thought his kingdom was coming to an end. But God's sovereign hand was preserving David even in this dark time. Pastor Doug preaches a message from 2 Samuel 16-17.

With a small hiccup regarding our arrival to Absalom behind us, it's time for some shopping and a level up! Soak it in, because this is probably the last bit of good fun we'll have as we're staring down the end of this AP and our very existence. As always, you can find us on Twitter (@inspired_incomp) and on Facebook to follow along with our exploits, you can shoot us an email at InspiredIncompetence@gmail.com if you're so inclined. You can find out more about us at InspiredIncompetence.com and join our Discord server from the link at the bottom, where we are always around to chat with our fans (or whoever wants to chat, we're not picky). Lastly, if you're enjoying the show, we humbly ask that you consider supporting us on Patreon to let us know that our efforts are not in vain. Thanks everyone, and enjoy the show!

1 & 2 Samuel vormen één geheel in de Bijbel. De reden dat ze zijn opgesplitst heeft alles te maken met de lengte van de boekrollen. Samuel was te lang om op één boekrol te kunnen en werd daarom verdeeld over twee boekrollen. Hetzelfde zie je later bij 1 en 2 Koningen en 1 en 2 Kronieken. In het boek Samuel vinden we enkele van de meest bekende verhalen uit de Bijbel. David die de reus Goliath verslaat is een favoriet bij veel kinderen én volwassenen. Toch moet je dit Bijbelboek niet enkel lezen om te worden geïnspireerd door David. God gaat namelijk verder met Zijn reddingsplan voor de wereld. Hij vormt Israël om tot een natie die uiteindelijk de wereld tot zegen zal zijn en dan met name in de persoon van Jezus. Het boek Samuel is vernoemd naar de profeet Samuel, die de de laatste zogeheten rechter was die het volk moest leiden. Hij zalft de eerste koning. Maar dit Bijbelboek begint met zijn kinderloze moeder die trouw naar de tempel gaat en God smeekt om haar zwanger te laten worden. (Haar man heeft twee vrouwen en de eerste kreeg wel kinderen.) ‘Als U mijn gebed verhoort, zal het kind altijd U toebehoren!', bidt ze. En God beloont haar. Ze krijgt een zoon, die ze Samuël noemt en als hij oud genoeg is brengt ze hem naar de tempel. Daar bidt ze een prachtig gedicht dat de basis vormt voor de rest van het boek. Zo zegt ze onder meer, ‘Geen is er heilig als de Heer, er is geen andere god dan U, geen rots is er als onze God. Gebruik toch geen grote woorden, blaas niet zo hoog van de toren, want de Heer is een alwetende God: door Hem worden onze daden gewogen.' - 1 Samuel 2:2-3 God is groot én heilig. Je speelt geen spelletjes met Hem. Bij Hem kun je altijd schuilen. Wees niet arrogant, hou niets verborgen, want Hij ziet alles en weegt onze daden. Ofwel: wees niet hoogmoedig, maar nederig. Deze thema's komen we bij de eerste twee koningen tegen, zowel bij Saul als bij David. Beiden beginnen veelbelovend, maar als Saul fouten maakt, gaat hij door op de ingeslagen weg en hij komt tot een tragisch einde. Ook Davids start is uitstekend, maar ook hij maakt later in zijn leven fouten. Die hebben grote gevolgen, maar hij keert wel terug bij God en daarom loopt het met hem toch een stuk beter af. De gevolgen van misplaatste trots worden zichtbaar als Israël slag moet leveren met de Filistijnen. Het leger raadpleegt God niet, maar laat wel de ark van het verbond als symbool overbrengen. Prompt wordt het gevecht verloren en de Filistijnen nemen Gods heiligdom mee. Ze plaatsen de ark in de tempel van een plaatselijke god. Maar God deelt Zijn eer met niemand. Het afgodsbeeld breekt in stukken, vele inwoners sterven en anderen worden getroffen met aambeien. Hetzelfde overkomt de burgers van de tweede stad waar de ark naar toe wordt gebracht. Na zeven maanden geven de Filistijnen het op. Ze zetten de ark op een kar en laten twee runderen het terugbrengen naar Israël. De trots van zowel Israël als van de Filistijnen wordt bestraft. Als Samuël het stokje van de profeet Eli heeft overgenomen, bereidt hij zijn zonen voor op het priesterschap. Deze twee mannen nemen het echter niet zo nauw met de geboden van God. Ze blijken zelfs corrupt te zijn. De stammen van Israël worden hier niet gelukkig van en verzoeken Samuël een koning aan te stellen. Ze willen graag net zoals de volken om hen heen zijn. Dat is precies niet de reden waarom God hen uit Egypte had bevrijd. De Israëlieten moesten anders zijn dan de mensen om hen heen. Samuël is natuurlijk bedroefd en God ook. In feite zeggen Gods kinderen namelijk tegen Hem: ‘We vertrouwen U niet. We willen iemand anders.' God besluit de Israëlieten hun zin te geven en draagt Samuël op een koning te zalven, ook al zal die koning veel meer van hen vragen dan God ooit zal doen. Uiteindelijk komt Samuël uit bij Saul, een beer van een vent, een strijder en, zo zegt de Bijbel, een knappe man van dertig jaar. Uiteindelijk was hij twee jaar koning. Hij wint wat veldslagen, maar blijkt arrogant te zijn en houdt zich niet aan wat God tegen hem zegt. Samuël vertelt Saul dat God een andere koning gaat benoemen. Terwijl Saul langzaam ten onder gaat, komt David langzaam op. Hij heeft niet de kwaliteiten van Saul, maar is een jonge herder die wél vertrouwt op God. Dat blijkt ook als hij het als enige opneemt tegen de Filistijnse reus Goliath. Saul had voorop moeten gaan in de strijd. Daarvoor was hij aangesteld. Hij doet het niet en laat de reus dag in, dag uit de God van Israël lasteren. David die zijn broers in het leger komt bezoeken, kan dit niet langer aanhoren en gaat de Filistijn te lijf met alleen een slinger en een paar kiezelstenen. De trotse Goliath is kansloos tegen de nederige David, die hem met één enkel steentje voorgoed uitschakelt. David krijgt uiteindelijk twee rollen in de hofhouding van Saul. Hij moet met zijn muziek de depressieve Saul opbeuren en hij functioneert als generaal. Zijn overwinningen zijn talrijk en Saul wordt jaloers en probeert David te doden. David vlucht en terwijl hij zich verborgen houdt, krijgt hij verschillende malen de kans om Saul te doden. Hij doet het niet, want hij beseft dat Saul nog altijd de door God gezalfde koning is. Dat David inmiddels ook is gezalfd, geeft hem niet het recht om Saul om te brengen. Hij wacht op Gods timing, ondanks dat het lijkt alsof God niet bij hem is. Veel van Davids psalmen zijn in deze periode van Davids leven geschreven. Niet toevallig: vertrouwen op God is een belangrijk thema in die gezangen. 1 Samuël eindigt met de dood van Saul en zijn drie zonen tijdens een slag met de Filistijnen. Eén van hen, Jonatan, was een boezemvriend van David. In het vervolg zien we hoe David de troon bestijgt. Eerst alleen van de stam Juda, maar uiteindelijk krijgt hij alle twaalf stammen achter zich. Hij verovert Jeruzalem en wint ook andere belangrijke veldslagen. Het is het begin van een gouden eeuw voor Israël die pas eindigt na de dood van Davids zoon Salomo. David wil God eren met een tempel. Hij woont immers in een paleis en de Heer slechts in een tent. Maar God antwoordt via de profeet Nathan dat Hij niet om een tempel heeft gevraagd. Hij heeft niets nodig wat mensen kunnen geven. Maar… Hij doet wel een belofte aan David. Hij belooft David dat zijn koningshuis eeuwig stand zal houden. Zou David begrepen hebben dat er een verlosser geboren zou worden uit zijn nageslacht? Dat is moeilijk met zekerheid te zeggen. In de Psalmen zijn in ieder geval veel verwijzingen naar een Messias die nog moet komen. Dat is ook wat God hier belooft. David is perplex en gaat de tent van de samenkomst binnen om God te bedanken en te aanbidden. David gaat door met het behalen van overwinningen, maar na verloop van tijd voert hij de strijd niet meer zelf aan. Hij blijft achter in het paleis en valt voor de verleidelijke aanblik van een mooie vrouw die zichzelf openlijk aan het baden is. Was dat slim van haar? Dat doet er niet toe. David is verantwoordelijk voor zijn eigen daden. Hij zorgt ervoor dat deze Batseba in zijn bed terechtkomt en zwanger wordt. Ze blijkt getrouwd te zijn met één van Davids krijgers, een man die Uria heet. Om zijn zonde te verbergen, probeert David om Uria zover te krijgen dat hij met Batseba naar bed gaat. Maar Uri is een integere soldaat die weigert, omdat andere militairen dat voorrecht ook niet hebben. Nu zal iedereen weten dat Batseba zwanger is van een andere man. David weet dat het volk erachter zal komen dat hij schuldig is en laat Uria vechten op een plek in het front waar hij zeker zal omkomen. Maar God is alwetend, zei Samuëls moeder Hanna aan het begin van het verhaal al. David komt niet weg met zijn overtredingen en de Heer laat de profeet Nathan aan de koning vertellen dat Hij zich aan Zijn beloften voor David zal houden. David moet wel de gevolgen van zijn zonden dragen. Er zal geen vrede in het koningshuis zijn. Het onwettige kind zal bovendien sterven. David toont een diep berouw - een groot verschil met Saul! God vergeeft hem maar neemt de gevolgen van de zonde niet weg. De baby sterft, al krijgt David later een tweede zoon met Batseba. Weer laat God zien dat hij uit een tragische situatie iets goeds voort kan brengen. Want het is deze zoon, Salomo, onder wie Israël zijn meest glorieuze tijd beleeft. Maar eerst wordt nog een coupe gepleegd door Davids eigen zoon Absalom. Dit gebeurt kort nadat een andere zoon, Amnon, zijn zusje Tamar misbruikt. Absalom laat Amnon vermoorden en probeert David van de troon te stoten. Opnieuw moet David vluchten, ditmaal voor zijn eigen zoon. Uiteindelijk wordt Absalom ook ter dood gebracht, tegen de wens van David in. Davids koningschap wordt hersteld maar David sterft uiteindelijk als een gebroken man, iemand die veel verdriet in het leven heeft gekend. Toch was hij een ‘man naar Gods hart'. Niet omdat hij foutloos was, maar omdat hij niet volhardde in zijn zonden. Telkens weer kwam hij bij God terug. Dat zien we ook in de slothoofdstukken die passages uit de levens van Saul en David beschrijven, en ook zijn hier nog enkele liederen opgenomen. Hier komen de thema's uit het gebed / gedicht van Hanna weer terug. Wie is de ware heerser van Israël? Het mag duidelijk zijn dat dit God is. De koningen kunnen ervoor kiezen zichzelf nederig op te stellen en op God te vertrouwen, of ze kunnen op zoek gaan naar glorie voor zichzelf. David zingt dat God hem redt, hem de overwinning schenkt en het verdient om te worden aanbeden. ‘Daarom wil ik u prijzen, Heer, te midden van de volken, een loflied zingen tot eer van uw naam. Hij schenkt zijn koning overwinningen, betoont zich trouw aan zijn gezalfde, aan David...

This week on The Learning Curve, co-hosts Alisha Searcy of DFER and U-Arkansas Prof. Albert Cheng interview Carl Rollyson, CUNY professor, and acclaimed biographer of William Faulkner. Prof. Rollyson offers an in-depth exploration of Faulkner's life, work, and enduring legacy. He discusses Faulkner's formative years in early 20th-century Mississippi a region still grappling with its post-Civil War identity, and his early literary influences, including mentorship by Phil Stone and encounters with literary greats like Sherwood Anderson. Rollyson delves into Faulkner's tumultuous personal life, his complex marriage to his wife Estelle, and his writing routine at his Oxford, Mississippi, home, Rowan Oak. Rollyson examines Faulkner's creation of Yoknapatawpha County, the setting for masterpieces such as The Sound and the Fury and Absalom, Absalom!, as well as his Hollywood years and their impact on his craft. He also explores Faulkner's views on race and civil rights, his Nobel Prize-winning novels, and his influence on Southern literature and writers like Flannery O'Connor and Ralph Ellison. In closing, Prof. Rollyson reads a passage from his two-volume biography, The Life of William Faulkner.

En este episodio de Siripecias, nos transportamos a la Inglaterra medieval para explorar Los cuentos de Canterbury de Geoffrey Chaucer, con el hilarante y pícaro "Cuento del carpintero". Entre enredos románticos, celos absurdos y bromas ingeniosas, seguimos las peripecias de Nicolás, Alison, el celoso carpintero y el desafortunado sacristán Absalom. Este relato destila comedia medieval y reflexiona sobre las pasiones humanas, la ingenuidad y la astucia. Desde un supuesto diluvio hasta un beso inesperado y una ardiente venganza, Chaucer nos recuerda que, pese a los siglos, el comportamiento humano sigue siendo igual de caótico y divertido. Además, desglosamos curiosidades de la vida del autor y su época, llenas de ciencia, filosofía y humor afilado. ¡Prepárate para reír, reflexionar y conectar con los medievales en su esencia más auténtica!

We continue our Imperfect Anointed sermon series. Rev. Jonker will preach on 2 Samuel 17, the story of the death of Absalom. The story of Absalom and David is 2 Samuel 13-19, we will read 2 Samuel 18:6-17, 18:28-19:8.

A message about David, his wicked son Absalom and the love God has for us.

David's passivity made Absalom ripe for rebellion. In Absalom's betrayal of David and David's subsequent exile, we see a vivid picture of David's future descendant: Jesus Christ. Pastor David Horner preaches from 2 Samuel 14-15 in this sermon titled, "A Tale of Three Kings".

In this passage, David is returning to Jerusalem, after the death of Absalom, which some did not believe would happen.

For better or worse, we are finally done with Fallow Deep. We've cleared as much of the place as we're currently willing to, so it's time to stop putting off the inevitable. It's time to head for Absalom and get the final chapter of this adventure going. As always, you can find us on Twitter (@inspired_incomp) and on Facebook to follow along with our exploits, you can shoot us an email at InspiredIncompetence@gmail.com if you're so inclined. You can find out more about us at InspiredIncompetence.com and join our Discord server from the link at the bottom, where we are always around to chat with our fans (or whoever wants to chat, we're not picky). Lastly, if you're enjoying the show, we humbly ask that you consider supporting us on Patreon to let us know that our efforts are not in vain. Thanks everyone, and enjoy the show!

Kencan Dengan Tuhan - Jumat, 15 November 2024 Bacaan: "Apabila kamu menjadi marah, janganlah kamu berbuat dosa: janganlah matahari terbenam, sebelum padam amarahmu dan janganlah beri kesempatan kepada Iblis." (Efesus 4:26-27) Renungan: Ada begitu banyak alasan untuk menyimpan kepahitan. Seorang pria tidak bisa memaafkan dan melupakan kepahitan yang dialaminya pada masa kecilnya, karena ayahnya memperlakukan dia dengan kejam. Seorang wanita tidak bisa lepas dari kebencian karena suaminya telah berselingkuh. Seorang pemuda tidak bisa melupakan penolakan atas cintanya, dll. Adalah hal yang dapat dimengerti jika kita marah kepada orang yang bersalah atau berlaku tidak adil kepada kita, akan tetapi kita tidak boleh membiarkan kemarahan singgah lama dalam hati kita, sehingga kemarahan itu berubah menjadi kebencian. Dalam hal melepaskan kebencian, kita harus belajar dari Daud yang selalu melepaskan pengampunan bagi orang-orang yang telah menyakiti hatinya. Suatu hari, hati Daud galau, ia sedang dalam pelarian dari Absalom anaknya, tiba-tiba tampillah Simei mengutukinya. "Demikianlah Daud melanjutkan perjalanannya dengan orang-orangnya, sedang Simei berjalan terus di lereng gunung bertentangan dengan dia dan sambil berjalan ia mengutuk, melemparinya dengan batu dan menimbulkan debu." Kondisi yang sedang dialami Daud şebenarnya mendukungnya untuk membenci Simei, tetapi Daud tidak memberi kesempatan pada kebencian untuk singgah di dalam hatinya. Menanggapi komentar anak-anak Zeruya yang berusaha memanas-manasi Daud untuk membenci dan membalas perbuatan Simei, maka Daud berkata demikian, "Tetapi kata raja: Apakah urusanku dengan kamu, hai anak-anak Zeruya? Biarlah ia mengutuk! Sebab apabila TUHAN berfirman kepadanya: Kutukilah Daud, siapakah yang akan bertanya: Mengapa engkau berbuat demikian? Mungkin TUHAN akan memperhatikan kesengsaraanku ini dan TUHAN membalas yang baik kepadaku sebagai ganti kutuk orang itu pada hari ini." (2 Samuel 16:10, 12). Kita harus segera menetralkan "racun" kemarahan yang akan mencemari hati dan cenderung mematikan kasih dalam hidup kita, yaitu dengan cara melepaskan pengampunan. Mengampuni bukan berarti toleransi terhadap kesalahan orang lain, tetapi memberikan kesempatan kepada orang yang berbuat salah untuk bertobat. Orang yang tidak mau mengampuni akan membuat dirinya "berkubang" pada pengalaman pahit di masa lampau. Melepaskan pengampunan kepada orang yang bersalah kepada kita merupakan cara untuk melepaskan diri dari "kubangan" kebencian, dan kunci untuk menikmati damai sejahtera yang Tuhan sediakan. Kebencian menjadikan kita tawanan kepahitan masa lampau, padahal Yesus siap memerdekakan kita dari kebencian itu. Di sisi yang lain, pengampunan akan menciptakan kesempatan bagi kita untuk memperbaiki hubungan yang sempat rusak atau terputus dengan orang yang seharusnya tetap kita kasihi. Tuhan Yesus memberkati. Doa: Tuhan Yesus, taruhlah hati-Mu dalam hatiku agar akupun dapat mengampuni seseorang yang saat ini telah membuat kepahitan dalam diriku. Bebaskanlah aku dari rasa dendam dan benci, sehingga damai-Mu kembali menguasaiku. Amin. (Dod).

The story is based on 2 Samuel 20.  In this somewhat obscure story a man named Sheba foments revolt against David.  This was right after Absalom, David's son, had rebelled against his father.  Though Absalom was unable to stay in power, he had greatly weakened his father.  Because of that, Sheba tried his hand at removing David from the throne.  But this time, David did not have to leave Jerusalem.  Eventually, Joab, a military officer, chased Sheba and found him holed up in Abel.  While threatening the city, a wise woman in the city negotiated with Joab.  Eventually, she agreed to deliver Sheba in exchange for Joab's withdrawing his troops.  The woman persuaded the people in the city to sacrifice Sheba, which they did by decapitating him and throwing the head to the invading troops!

Scripture Text: 2 Samuel 18:24-33; Matthew 26:36-42 The Rt. Rev. Chris Warner

We continue to study the life of David through our Imperfect Anointed sermon series. Rev. Jonker will preach on 2 Samuel 13, a chapter that tells the terrible story of the encounter between Amnon and Tamar.

Co-Pastor Ezekiel Perez | November 5, 2024 The Fountain Apostolic Church Build Your Church (2024) Learn more at tfachurch.com/plus Sermon Notes: Proverbs 22:6 It's possible to be a man after God's own heart, making heaven your home, but leave a mess behind of your family. Seek to understand the impact addiction & trauma plays on our children. Psalm 147:3 We ought to provide a safe & stable environment for our children. Proverbs 22:6 Our families need to heal through connection & communication. James 1:19 Provide resources for emotional & spiritual healing for our children. 2 Timothy 1:7 We ought to model a life of faith & hope to our children. Romans 15:13 King David's Failures in Emotional Availability as a Father Lack of Discipline and Justice with Amnon and Tamar Event: Amnon's assault on Tamar (2 Samuel 13:1-22). David's Response: Though angered, David took no disciplinary action against Amnon. Impact: Tamar was left without justice, and Absalom harbored deep resentment, ultimately killing Amnon (2 Samuel 13:23-29). Reflection: David's passivity led to unresolved pain and family division. Alienation of Absalom Event: Absalom avenges Tamar, kills Amnon, and flees (2 Samuel 13:37-39). David's Response: Though David longed for Absalom's return, he kept him at a distance for two years after his return to Jerusalem (2 Samuel 14:24, 28). Impact: This estrangement contributed to Absalom's rebellion and death (2 Samuel 15-18). Reflection: David's inability to reconcile with Absalom created a rift that ultimately led to tragic consequences. Neglect of Adonijah Event: Adonijah attempts to seize the throne without David's knowledge (1 Kings 1). David's Response: He had "never displeased him" by holding him accountable (1 Kings 1:6). Impact: This lack of guidance allowed Adonijah to feel entitled, leading to his eventual downfall. Reflection: David's failure to correct Adonijah reveals the need for active parental involvement and boundaries. Failure to Comfort and Engage with His Children Personally Observation: David was often distant and preoccupied with his role as king, limiting his emotional engagement. Impact: His children experienced instability, division, and betrayal, often lacking consistent guidance or support. Reflection: David's emotional absence led to destructive family dynamics, underscoring the need for fathers to provide both stability and emotional support. Reflection on David's Legacy as a Father Lesson: David's story demonstrates that even a strong relationship with God does not replace the need for attentive, engaged parenting. Takeaway: Spiritual leaders are called to balance both faith and family responsibilities, being present and available to nurture healthy relationships.

This is a Sermon by OJ Nduka at the Orlando International Christian Church on November 3rd, 2024. Join Us At 3PM every Sunday. For locations & more information, visit www.OrlandoICC.org.

David's return to Jerusalem after Absalom's rebellion exposes the fractures in his kingdom, revealing his struggle to balance justice, mercy, and leadership. His interactions with figures like Shimei and Mephibosheth showcase both his limitations and Israel's lingering division. This imperfect restoration points us to our deeper need for a true King, fulfilled in Jesus, who brings lasting unity, justice, and redemption.

In 2 Samuel 17, God uses David's friend Hushai to thwart the plans Ahithophel and Absalom, while foreshadowing the betrayal of Jesus Christ. How can Christ's friends have success in defeating the enemy's plans to attack the King's body, the church? November 03 2024 Music: CCLI License 20576625 - I Have Decided To Follow Jesus | Eugene Thomas, Unknown | Copyright Words: Public Domain; Music: 1986 Curb Word Music

SUMMARY Pastor Mitchell explores the complex nature of ambition through the biblical story of Absalom. He discusses how ambition can be beneficial and detrimental, emphasizing the importance of understanding human nature and the motivations behind ambition. The conversation delves into the dangers of self-exaltation and the necessity of serving within God's structure and timing. CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction to Ambition and Absalom 05:03 The Nature of Ambition 10:12 The Dangers of Self-Exaltation 20:09 God's Structure and Timing 29:46 The Road to Promotion TAKEAWAYS Ambition can be both a bane and a boon. Studying human nature is essential for success. Ambition is a God-given gift to everyone. Self-exaltation can lead to dangerous outcomes. God has a structure in place for His church. Trusting God is crucial in times of uncertainty. Serving others is the essence of true leadership. Ambition should be directed towards God's kingdom. Creativity and innovation are vital in ministry. Start serving to discover your purpose in God's plan. SOUND BITES "Ambition can be a bane as well as a boon." "Ambition is a God-given gift to every person." "The danger in self-exaltation is real." "Don't seek great things for yourself." "God has a structure in the church." "The essence of this story is to serve." "Start serving to grow in your personality." SUBSCRIBE TO PREMIUM: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe for only $2.99/month on Spotify⁠: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taking-the-land/subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe for only $3/month on Supercast⁠: https://taking-the-land.supercast.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe for only $4.99/month on Apple Podcasts⁠: https://apple.co/3vy1s5b⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ --- Visit our sponsors: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠***FEATURED*** Global Passport Express: Mention this ad to get a 10% discount on all services⁠: https://bit.ly/TTL-GPE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pastor Mike Ashcraft's Financial Services⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠(310) 403-6471⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠$100 Credit for Text In Church: https://bit.ly/TTL-TIC⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠10% Discount Off First Order from Advanced Creative Design: advancedcreativedesign23@gmail.com

In the aftermath of the battle between Absalom's army and King David's, critical decisions had to be made to move the nation forward.

In 2 Samuel 16, Pastor John describes Absalom's advisor, Ahithophel, as a betrayer of God's chosen king, David. What happened when the one who betrayed God's chosen king, advised the king's enemy to rule over God's people? October 27 2024 Music: CCLI License 20576625 - Stand Up Stand Up For Jesus | George Duffield Jr., George James Webb | Copyright Public Domain

October 26, 2024 II Sam. 15:23-16:4; Ps. 119:105-112; Prov. 26:13-16; John 18:25-19:22

October 25, 2024 II Sam. 15:1-22; Ps. 119:97-104; Prov. 26:9-12; John 18:15-24

Absalom | Sowing Seeds of Discord with Pastor Josef Massanari October 20, 2024 Visit us online https://www.cornerstonelv.com https://www.facebook.com/lvcornerstone  https://www.instagram.com/cornerstone_lv/

Through the battle in the wood of Ephraim between King David's men and Absalom's army, more leadership principles emerge.

Pastor John Murphy reflects on the chaos in King David's life during Absalom's rebellion, where deception, betrayal, and murder seem to dominate, yet God remains in control. Despite human actions and apparent disorder, God's sovereignty is emphasized, showing that His plans and promises cannot be thwarted, as seen in David's eventual restoration and in the ultimate example of Jesus' crucifixion and resurrection. The takeaway is to trust in God's control, even in life's most chaotic moments, responding to His grace with obedience and faith.

In 2 Samuel 16, David and his men find themselves weary in the wilderness where God provides refreshing blessings through Ziba, even though David is chastised and humbled by cursing comments from Shimei, as they are fleeing from Absalom. What can we expect to happen when God's chosen leaders encounter political rivals that are making false claims about them in a time of crisis? October 20 2024 Music: CCLI License 20576625 - It Is Well With My Soul | Horatio Gates Spafford, Philip Paul Bliss | Copyright Public Domain

In this episode, Pastor Chad sits down with guests Alex and Hannah Absalom who share insights on living a "naturally supernatural" life, equipping believers to be led by the Holy Spirit in everyday moments. They share practical ways to experience God's presence, pray for others, and step into Holy Spirit-empowered discipleship, all while staying focuses on God's love, simplicity, and biblical foundations.Subscribe to receive our latest videos!Website: https://www.sunvalleycc.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sunvalleycc/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sunvalleycc/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sunvalleyccTo support Sun Valley and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://www.sunvalleycc.com/givingGod loves you no matter who you are, what you've done, or what's been done to you. This is the vision of Sun Valley Community Church, led by Pastor Chad Moore and based in Gilbert, AZ with multiple locations throughout the Phoenix valley.Chapters:00:04:41 The Dandelion Seed Head Metaphor  00:09:06 Understanding Prophetic Encouragement  00:13:40 Understanding the Tone of Prophecy  00:18:01 Experiencing the Presence of God  00:22:29 Demonstrating the Love of God through Ministry00:27:03 The Importance of Humility in Prayer  00:31:29 The Power of Prayer and Healing Authority 00:35:53 Experiencing Healing Through Faith

Once you hear the biblical text and understand that the Bible satirizes and dismantles the arrogance and foolishness of war, political schemes, government powers, and the absurdity of any ruling authority, you can't hear the Old Testament without bursting into laughter, the way that God laughs at us. The gift of biblical satire—with all its fury—is true freedom from the historical tyranny of the hell that surrounds us. Thank God that God judges and condemns us in the Bible. Only a monster would bless the monsters we are: men and women who do such monstrous things in his name, using his book, which lays out the epic parables of our monstrous forbears, whose legacy we are so desperate to manifest as our “new” destiny in West Asia. I challenge all of you to find one inch of Western society that hasn't been coopted, sold, or sold itself out to slogans or navel-gazing. “What does it really mean that anyone can buy and sell activist discourse? Besides the trivialization of real issues…it is unclear who has claim to and who is profiting from this commodification. Think about all of the BLM merch sold on the website Etsy.com. On this site, anyone who makes anything can sell it. That being said, it is hard to know exactly who you are buying from on this site and where the money is going. I clicked on one seller with the username thewomenstore and saw that next to a shirt that read “Black Lives Matter” was a shirt that read “Tequila is Gluten Free.” … Are these phrases, priced the same, equally as important? Did this seller simply add a Black Lives Matter shirt to her collection because she knew it would sell?” — jaenichelle, Blavity.comThere are signs of hope, always, but we can count on our Western institutions to fight against them in the name of the almighty dollar. After all, our institutions were established by David and administered by Absalom. Ah, yes, “A student is not above his teacher.”This week, I discuss Luke 6:39-40.Show Notesע-ו-ר (ʿayin-waw-resh) / ع-و-ر (ʿayn-waw-ra)In Arabic, the word أَعْوَر ( 'a‘war) means “one-eyed” or “having one eye.” עִוֵּר corresponds to τυφλός in Luke 6:39, which also appears in Romans 2:19. פ-ח-ת (pe-ḥet-taw)פַּ֫חַת—pit; ravineThe corresponding term βόθυνος (bothynos) does not appear in the New Testament, except in some Greek manuscripts where it onlyappears in Luke 6:39. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

In the tragic story of David and his son Absalom, we're left to wonder what might have happened if David had used his power to protect and heal instead of allowing his power to keep him detached in his palace.

Absalom | A Prince with a Heart of Resentment with Pastor Josef Massanari October 6, 2024 Visit us online https://www.cornerstonelv.com https://www.facebook.com/lvcornerstone  https://www.instagram.com/cornerstone_lv/

How do we deal with the rebellious people who shake their fists at God? Are they our enemies? Are we ever like them? David's son Absalom led a full-scale rebellion against his dad, usurping his throne and burning the bridge with his father. As David and his household ran for their lives, he asked his men not to harm Absalom. When Absalom died, David poured out his heart. He said he wished he had died in place of his rebellious son. Who loves like that? Do we? Message based on 2 Samuel 14:4-8, 12-14; 18:32-33. Quotes:Patriot Movie character: I have long feared that my sins would return to visit me. And the cost is more than I can bear.Duane Brooks: We must not allow our past mistakes to paralyze us in our parenting.Stu Weber said to his children: I love you, I will do anything for you. Nothing you could ever do, could make me not love you.F. B. Meyer: This is the bitterest of all—to know that suffering need not have been; that it has resulted from indiscretion and inconsistency; that it is the harvest of one's own sowing; that the vulture which feeds on the vitals is a nestling of one's own rearing. Ah me! This is pain!A pastor: I remember standing before the plate-glass window in my living room, staring out into the darkness, waiting for my daughter to come home. I felt such rage.  I wanted to be like the father of the Prodigal Son, but I was furious with the way she would manipulate us and twist the knife. She was hurting herself more than anyone. And yet, I must tell you, when my daughter came home that night or rather the next morning, I wanted nothing in the world so much as to take her in my arms, to love her, and to tell her I wanted the best for her.Eugene Peterson: David regained important things in the wilderness.Jesus prayed from the cross: Father forgive them, they know not what they do.Duane Brooks: Meet me at the Mountain called Calvary, today. All is forgiven. Love, Abba.To discover more messages of hope go to tallowood.org/sermons/.Follow us on Instagram, X, and YouTube @tallowoodbc.Follow us on FaceBook @tallowoodbaptist

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Through 2 Samuel 17, and the life of Absalom, we learn the difference between a prince and a king.

Join us as we jump into 2 Samuel 14 to discuss ...the chaos within King David's monarchythe parables used to confront him (and David's staggering lack of self-awareness)how deeply unresolved wounds can affect one's actions and leadershipthe ways we have seen choosing leaders botched in churches Time Stamps:00:00 Introduction to Untidy Faith Podcast00:31 Recap of 2 Samuel Chapter 1401:41 Discussion on David's Lack of Self-Awareness02:08 Absalom's Return and Family Dynamics05:11 The Role of Justice and Hypocrisy08:49 Absalom's Wound and Its Impact23:23 The Importance of Forgiveness and Boundaries25:59 Choosing Leaders in the Church29:59 Final Thoughts and Takeaways35:05 Closing Remarks and Contact InformationKate Boyd - Book | Bible Studies | Coaching | Newsletter | Instagram

The way we thirst for God more is to spend more time with Him. The more we drink from the well that is His love and goodness, the more we want of it!  SUBSCRIBE to our sister podcasts:Your Daily Prayer: https://www.lifeaudio.com/your-daily-prayer/Your Daily Bible Verse: https://www.lifeaudio.com/your-daily-bible-verse/ Full Transcript Below: Are You Thirsty for God? By Sarah Frazer O God, you are my God; earnestly I seek you;my soul thirsts for you;my flesh faints for you,as in a dry and weary land where there is no water. Psalm 63:1 (ESV) When my children were little, they were always thirsty. No matter how many times I filled their sippy cups, they always needed more. On those hot summer days or after an intense workout, we've all experienced deep thirst. Every living thing needs water to survive, but do we recognize the thirst of our souls? I'm talking about the ache we feel when life is fine on the outside, but deep inside, without our souls, we feel empty.  The thirst we experience in our hearts is sometimes hard to recognize. There have been seasons in my life where I've been filled with so many activities, to-dos, and responsibilities that I don't even recognize the thirst happening. My calendar fills up, and every week, I fill my days with good things like serving in church, caring for my family, and helping those in need.  Sometimes, my work for God takes away from my relationship with God. If we find ourselves too busy to spend time in prayer and reading His Word, we might be too busy to even notice the thirst we have in our souls. If those things, even the good activities, were taken away, would we feel satisfied?  The author of Psalm 63, David, understood that the true purpose in his life was to be filled with God. This psalm begins with this title: “A Psalm of David when he was in the wilderness of Judah.” Most commentaries believe this is either before David became king, (1 Samuel 23:14) or during the time later in his life when his son, Absalom, took over the kingdom. David had to flee for a brief period of time. (2 Samuel 15) Either way, David felt a thirst we often overlook in our own lives.  Being in the wilderness, fearing for your life, isn't something you and I face, but we have faced times in our lives when it seems as if everyone is against us, and we are all alone. Have you ever felt so alone that even God felt distant? I think David was feeling that when he wrote Psalm 63. The first verse reminds us that when we are all alone, we should not be seeking anything but God.  David says, “earnestly I seek you…” In the King James Version, this Hebrew word is translated as “early will I seek you…” He is trying to convey the idea of seeking God first before turning to other sources of help. David says that when we face a wilderness season, it is easy to fill our lives with things, people, or activities. Instead, what our hearts should seek is God Himself.  Psalm 63 goes on to describe the things about God that cause us to want to seek Him. Power and glory belong to God (Psalm 63:2), and God's steadfast love (Psalm 63:3) is better than life itself. Anything in this world we would gain is better than God's steadfast love. God has been his help and protection all of his life. (Psalm 63:7-8) All of these things, glory, love, and protection, give us reason to seek after God.  David did not write Psalm 63 when life was easy. At the end of this chapter, we see that there were people who were seeking his life. (Psalm 63:9) They were lying about him (Psalm 63:11), but because David was seeking God, they would not triumph over him. We might not have people out to kill us, but we do have an enemy who would like to see us destroyed. (Ephesians 6:12) One of the ways he likes to attach us is to keep us busy. We cannot let our lives rush past us without being filled with God.  I'll admit sometimes, when I am facing a crisis or a period of deep sorrow and grief, the easy choice is to run to other things. Our world holds many distractions that keep us from seeing the thirst in our hearts. David recognized that the real thing his soul needed was God. There is a beautiful prayer by A. W. Tozer that says:  “O God, I have tasted Thy goodness, and it has both satisfied me and made me thirsty for more. I am painfully conscious of my need of further grace. I am ashamed of my lack of desire. O God, the Triune God, I want to want Thee; I long to be filled with longing; I thirst to be made more thirsty still….” Do we long for God like that? I admit that I am not thirsty for God like I should be, but we can pray for our hearts to long for Him more. The more time and attention David spent with God, both in scripture reading and prayer, the more David longed for God. The same can be said of us. The way we thirst for God more is to spend more time with Him. The more we drink from the well that is His love and goodness, the more we want of it!  Intersecting Faith & Life: If your life feels too busy to hear from God, what can you remove that is unnecessary? How can you make room for God in your daily life?  Further Reading: 1 Chronicles 16:11 Hebrews 11:6 James 4:6 Psalm 9:10 Lamentations 3:25 Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Join us for a compelling episode of the Songwriter Connection Podcast as we welcome Marc-Alan Barnette, one of Nashville's most revered performing songwriters and mentors. Marc-Alan is celebrated for his dynamic songwriting and engaging performances, and he's here to share the stories behind his latest CD, “The Last Damn CD I'll Ever Do (Vol. 1)”.In the first half of the show, Marc-Alan takes us behind the scenes of this new project, revealing the inspiration and personal anecdotes that shaped these special songs. His wit and wisdom shine through as he discusses the creative journey that brought this album to life.In the second half, Marc-Alan engages in a fascinating conversation with our host, Dave Lenahan, about Dave's intriguing new project, Absalom. This project uncovers the story of a forgotten pre-Civil War cemetery that Dave discovered in a secluded, overgrown area near his home. As he shares his journey through clearing Absalom Gleaves' final resting place, Dave delves into the rabbit hole of history that inspired a collection of poignant new songs.Don't miss this episode filled with rich stories, musical insights, and a deep dive into the intersection of history and songwriting. Tune in for an engaging and thought-provoking discussion with two passionate storytellers.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/songwriter-connection/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy