Today, as we read Psalm 28, 55, and 2 Samuel 19-20, there are moments of betrayal, victory, rebuke, restoration, clarity. It's complicated, Probably just like your life right now. But when we read the Psalms of David, I should impressed by the intimacy and the confidence he has to come before the Lord in all circumstances. He has been forced to recognize God as his protector, provider, sustainer, help, salvation, and joy. And I believe it was stewarded in times of loneliness and trial. It's a reminder for us as moms to try to not protect our kids from the difficult times they might encounter on this Earth. Many of us can see that pattern in our own lives. And if you're a mom whose kids are encountering health struggles or friendship trials or academic challenges, and you wish you could spare them, I pray today that you could treasure the closeness David has with his Lord, realize it was hard fought for, and be patient in the lives of your kids and in your own life because you know it's worth it.

Today's Scripture: 2 Samuel 19-20, Psalm 28 and 55

Cross References: Isaiah 40:11 and John 10:11

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Commentaries Most Referenced: Moody Commentary, MacArthur Commentary, Spurgeon's Treasury of David

As we look at Second Samuel sixteen through eighteen, Psalms three, four, twelve, and thirteen, we'll encounter more of the fourfold consequences that Nathan laid out to David after his sin with Bathsheba and Uriah. Not only is David betrayed by his son, he keeps finding out his advisors, leaders, and those he's dealt kindly with are betraying him, too. (We have moved Psalm 28 and 52 to tomorrow's reading.)

Today's Scripture: 2 Samuel 16-18 + Psalm 3, 4, 12, 13

Scripture Read:

Psalm 3

Psalm 4

Matthew 11:28-30

2 Samuel 18

Psalm 13

Psalm 12 included in prayer

Do you feel like you've blown it in your parenting? Can God redeem those mistakes and sins? Yes, He truly can! Entrusted with a Child's Heart can encourage you to embrace the fresh start God has for you. This quick episode explains how this biblical parenting study can guide moms, bless your church, and actually help the leaders! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-again-podcast-for-christian-moms-encouragement-in/id1700555502

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Commentaries Most Referenced: Moody Commentary, MacArthur Commentary, Spurgeon's Treasury of David

Today's Reading: 2 Samuel 13-15, Psalm 32, 51, 86, 122

Scripture Read or Referenced:

Psalm 51

Psalm 32

2 Samuel 13-15

Psalm 86:3-4

Psalm 122:1

Do you feel like you've blown it in your parenting? Can God redeem those mistakes and sins? Yes, He truly can! Entrusted with a Child's Heart can encourage you to embrace the fresh start God has for you. This quick episode explains how this biblical parenting study can guide moms, bless your church, and actually help the leaders! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-again-podcast-for-christian-moms-encouragement-in/id1700555502

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Commentaries Most Referenced: Moody Commentary, MacArthur Commentary, Spurgeon's Treasury of David

You will never, ever read a newspaper headline that accurately accuses Jesus of not being who He says He is.

You will never commit a sin that Jesus' blood can't cover.

You will never face a tragedy so severe that God can't make good come from it.

Today, as we grieve over the sin of our beloved David, we'll rejoice at the unfailing, spotless Lamb, Jesus Christ.

Today's Reading: 2 Samuel 11-12, 1 Chronicles 20, Psalm 69, 70

Scripture Read or Referenced:

2 Samuel 11:1-6, 26-27

2 Samuel 12:1-15, 22-25

Psalm 116:15

Psalm 69:13

Psalm 70:1

Do you feel like you've blown it in your parenting? Can God redeem those mistakes and sins? Yes, He truly can! Entrusted with a Child's Heart can encourage you to embrace the fresh start God has for you. This quick episode explains how this biblical parenting study can guide moms, bless your church, and actually help the leaders! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-again-podcast-for-christian-moms-encouragement-in/id1700555502

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Commentaries Most Referenced: Moody Commentary, MacArthur Commentary, Spurgeon's Treasury of David

Today, we're reading 2 Samuel 10, 1 Chronicles 19, and Psalms 20, 65, and 66. We'll ask how we balance the Scriptures that we "believe the best" about others with the fact that we're called to be "as wise as serpents and innocent as doves".

Today's Reading: 2 Samuel 10, 1 Chronicles 19, Psalm 20, 65, 66

Scripture Read or Referenced:

1 Chronicles 19:1-5, 13

1 Corinthians 13:7

Matthew 10:16

James 1:19, 1:5

Psalm 20 (all)

Psalm 65:1-4

Psalm 66 (all)

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Commentaries Most Referenced: Moody Commentary, MacArthur Commentary, Spurgeon's Treasury of David

Today, David will take the high road and not dwell in disappointment or rejection, God will grant him victory in every direction as He promised in the Davidic Covenant, and David will prove that all the success has not gone to his head. In the Psalms, we'll be warned about not walking in sinful intentions and provided with so many reasons to praise!

Today's Scripture: 2 Samuel 8-9, 1 Chronicles 18, + Psalm 33, 36, and 39

Scripture Read or Referenced:

2 Samuel 9:1-8

Psalm 33 (all)

Psalm 36 (all)

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Commentaries Most Referenced: Moody Commentary, MacArthur Commentary, Spurgeon's Treasury of David

As we read my favorite story from the life of David, I'm in awe. I see David at his best, offering the most humble, God-honoring request, and God telling him "no". But the story doesn't stop there, because God offers him something so much better! And it will result in our good as well!

Although the main purpose of this story being included in Scripture is that we would understand the Davidic Covenant and how Jesus Christ will reign eternally, I also think we can find such comfort in the fact that when God tells us "no" or shuts doors in our lives, His Word tells us that He's working all things for our good.

We didn't have enough time to cover Psalm 29 today, but I encourage you to read it and look for the 7 statements about the voice of the Lord!

Today's Reading: 2 Samuel 6-7, 1 Chronicles 17, and Psalm 25 and 29

Scripture Read or Referenced:

2 Samuel 6:16, 20-23

2 Samuel 7 (all)

Isaiah 55:8-9

Psalm 25:4-5, 8-10, 12-14, 21

Could you use some encouragement to follow God in your parenting? Maybe you'd like to know more about how you can guide your child in righteousness? Entrusted with a Child's Heart will do that! This quick episode explains how this biblical parenting study can guide moms, bless your church, and actually help the leaders! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-again-podcast-for-christian-moms-encouragement-in/id1700555502

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Commentaries Most Referenced: Moody Commentary, MacArthur Commentary, Spurgeon's Treasury of David

As we continue to press into this idea that we serve a God that has always longed to dwell with us, we'll become more and more convinced that His presence is what transforms our homes and our motherhood as well. Today, we're focusing on Psalm 96, 100, 101, 105, and 132, and we'll take a peek at a familiar parable Jesus told.

Some of these psalms have so much repetition. But just like a mom repeats things to her kids because they're important, when God's Word says something multiple times, I pray we have ears to hear.

Today's Reading: Psalm 96, 100, 101, 105, and 132

Psalm 96 (all)

Psalm 100 (all)

Psalm 50:23

Psalm 101:2-4, 6-7

Psalm 105:4, 16-22

Psalm 132:1-5

Luke 8:5-8, 11-15

Could you use some encouragement to follow God in your parenting? Maybe you'd like to know more about how you can guide your child in righteousness? Entrusted with a Child's Heart will do that! This quick episode explains how this biblical parenting study can guide moms, bless your church, and actually help the leaders! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-again-podcast-for-christian-moms-encouragement-in/id1700555502

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Commentaries Most Referenced: Moody Commentary, MacArthur Commentary, Spurgeon's Treasury of David