“A Tale of Two Kingdoms”

2 Samuel 2:1-11 - Jerry Scheumann

As David ascends the throne in Judah and Ish-bosheth ascends the throne in Israel, this is not a squabble over power, but fundamentall it is two rival kingdoms. One kingdom is the foreshadowed Kingdom of God, the other is set in opposiiton to God's Kingdom. See 3 truths from this passage about how we are to respond to the Kingdom of God come in Christ.

“How the Mighty Have Fallen!”

2 Samuel 1:1-27 - Jerry Scheumann

As David hears the report from an Amalekite that Saul and his sons have been killed in battle, David responds in mourning rather than rejoicing. In his response, see the high honor of the office of the Lrd's Anointed and David's rightful claim to the throne.