There is no better way to end the series of the Life of David than to pick up the bible, plough through 2 Samuel 13-24 and be enthralled by the impact of David’s decisions as he faces the consequences of his sin and despite it all, he is a man after God’s heart.

Sin lurks in the dark and whispers sweet nothings to entice us from ideation into fulfilment of the lust of life. Never say “not me” for your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour (1 Peter 5:8) - as we witness the fall of David from that one moment of impulse in 2 Samuel 11.

Join Mr Carl Thong as he dives deep into Actis 22:16 on the lifelong sanctification process in Christ - the before and after of being born again.

As we continue in the ‘Life of David’ series in 2 Samuel 8:1-15, it is evident through King David’s continued success in conquests and administering his God-given purpose in honour.. Are we being purposeful in pursuit of worldly gains or being purposeful to glorify God?

Everyone who is called by My name,
And whom I have created for My glory,
Whom I have formed, even whom I have made.
- Is 43:7

“‘You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind.’ This is the first and great commandment. - Matt. 27:37-38

Are we doing just that? Is God the priority in our life? Or do we seek God only ‘on-demand’? Do we render service based on what we are comfortable with or embodying it as a lifestyle? Reflect and consider as Ps Joseph speaks the truth about living out God-driven priorities through King David in 2 Samuel 7, and simply put, let God be God.

Hannah, mother of the prophet Samuel, remained faithful and prayerful in the face of ostracization but also displayed courage to stay true to her word and delivered her promise to the Lord. Take time to reflect on the astounding traits of Hannah and her heart for God. - 1 Samuel 1-2