A Rebel, Traitors, & Innocent Concubine Victims -- 2 Samuel 20:1-3

Today we take a close look at just three verses -- but 2nd Samuel 20:1-3 are jam-packed with things we need to keep in mind as we live our lives, especially as Christians. Join us on YouTube as we take at look at rebels, divisions, consequences, and more. You can catch our brief study here: https://youtu.be/0XuU-A94674

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The Family Feud -- 2 Samuel 19:40-43

People never seem to learn their lesson and that goes for us as well. A Family Feud is the last thing that David needed now and it is something we never need. That's our topic today as we study 2nd Samuel 19:40-43. Join us on Youtube here: https://youtu.be/5hxP-cPO-FA. Also please like our video (if you do) and do subscribe to our Youtube channel -- Digging For Scriptural Gems.

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When are we too old? A study of 2 Samuel 19:31-39

This study of 2 Samuel 19:31-39 teaches us a lot. It is especially helpful as we reach our "best before" date. When do we start to think we need to pull back and what does that look like? Some of us may need to show this to our elders. Others need to think about it for ourselves. Join us on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/Qvl0hvPg4f8 

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Want to be content? Answer the question we cover here from 2 Samuel 19:2...

Many of us are thankful for what God has done for us, but we still complain about our lot in life. We may want to rethink that after we study 2 Samuel 19:24-30. We learn that lesson and and at least three others from this passage for our life here in a crazy world. Join us on Youtube at: https://youtu.be/xZZLosUXPLY 

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What Really Drives Revenge? 2 Samuel 19:16-23

Are you or someone you know seeking revenge today? If so, this short study of 2 Samuel 19:16-23 gives us some insight into what causes it. And how you can re-think dropping it. Join us on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/b0OWoGEEt8k

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Giving & Receiving a Rebuke -- studying 2 Samuel 19:8-15

Sadly, the world is at a place and time when more rebukes are necessary. I believe that's especially true in the church. But do we know how and when to rebuke someone? Do we know how to accept a legitimate rebuke? Join us as we see if there's some gems in the Bible on this as we study 2 Samuel 19:8-15. Catch it here on Youtube: https://youtu.be/xqqR6parxz8

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David blows it again and his general tells him so. 2 Samuel 19:1-7

Join as we see what those loyal to us are called to do when we blow it. How do we behave when they tell us off? There's a number of lessons in this passage of 2 Samuel 19:1-7 that we need to consider. For example, was David, and are we, what some call excessive mourners? Find out. Watch it here on YouTube: https://youtu.be/d2KbxVFz1Kc

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Gut-wrenching study on a father-son relationship. 2 Samuel 18:24-33

If you're a parent or a grandparent, you will be deeply challenged by this short study on a parent-child relationship. David and his son Absalom are the key characters. But try to keep yourself out of it -- it's hard. Join us on Youtube for our study of 2 Samuel 18:24-33 here: https://youtu.be/oSS8cEVIkOU

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Knowing when to stop. And more. Studying 2 Samuel 18:16-23

In this "after the killing" passage, we learn about reigning our basic instincts in after God has given us the required victory. We also learn about the need to consider the impact of our 'news' to others before we rush to spill the beans. Join us as we study, on Youtube, 2 Samuel 18:16-23. Catch it here: https://youtu.be/tiP0uxrKEEQ 

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We can only influence some things. -- 2 Samuel 18:9-15

You can't control everything. David did everything right, by the book. But he still could not influence everything. That's the way it is with us, even when we've sought and followed God's directions. In this study, we get a glimpse of what we can do about it. We're on YouTube. Join us here: https://youtu.be/h_O9vU8EIFM

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When Numbers Don't Matter [ 2 Samuel 18:6-8 ]

God showed David that ordinary people with God's help can defeat evil giants long before he was a king. Now God is showing us that numbers don't matter in our fight for what is just and righteous. Join us as we study together 2nd Samuel 18:6-8. We're on YouTube. You can join this study right here: https://youtu.be/MlQfA8k41r0 

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A father's love for his son. [2 Samuel 18:1-5]

Aside from God's love for mankind, the love of a father for his child is paramount. David demonstrates it well. His son would have him killed; he would have his son saved. Join us as we study and learn from our study of 2 Samuel 18:1-5. Get it here: https://youtu.be/QGYgo6_--NU

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In your own Wilderness? David has been there. ( 2 Samuel 17:21-29 )

If you have ever felt that you have had to flee from others, hid, or just seem stuck in an emotional, or spiritual wilderness, what the Bible tells us about David's similar experience, may be just what you need. Take a look at our study of 2 Samuel 17:21-29 on YouTube. Here's the link: https://youtu.be/8sqjcsJM8Oc

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To lie or deceive or not to? That is the question, [ 2 Samuel 17:154-20 ]

Somebody lies and saves David's life. Did they do the right thing? Join us as we study 2 Samuel 17:15-20 on YouTube and decide for yourself. You can catch it here at: https://youtu.be/4JrA27wHEGs

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Do you ask for Second Opinions? 2 Samuel 17:1-14

Men don't read instructions or ask for directions they say. I say a wise person gets second opinions on important decisions they are about to make. Absalom asked for one. It didn't work out too well for him. Find out how and why you should use them. Study 2 Samuel 17:1-14 with us on YouTube at this link: https://youtu.be/WeN2TRulThE

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What are you prepared to ruin so you can stay bitter? [ 2 Samuel 16:1...

Bitterness is something most folks dabble with at some point or another in their lives. It can be a devastating condition. It is also a ridiculous state of mind that does nothing for the person who holds it. Today we see how it affects individuals and a nation. Join us on YouTube: https://youtu.be/wUcxcJ0DApE

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Suffering Humiliation -- When to Fight Back & When To Not (2 Samuel 16:5...

Ever had someone call you names? Throw stuff at you? Curse you? Misunderstand you? And so on. There's a time to fight back and a time not to. David gives us some hints. Join us as we study 2 Samuel 16:5-14 together. The passage has some gems for us. Here's the link: https://youtu.be/fQMywvo-1oE 

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We live in a world of Trojan Horses. David got caught, you don't have to...

Friends are friends till they're not. Employees are loyal till they're not. David found this out the hard way. So do politicians and other leaders. You don't have to. There are things you can do. Study 2 Samuel 16:1-4 with us on YouTube right at this link: https://youtu.be/A_LgcCFhTPc

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Comparing & Contrasting David and Christ. Studying 2 Samuel 15:30-37

I went back to my high school English class days when we were given two pieces of writing and we had to "compare & contrast" them. Do you remember? Well, this passage of 2 Samuel 15:30-37 gives us an opportunity to do just that with David and Christ. Most interesting. Join us on YouTube as we study together. Here's the link: https://youtu.be/_S6Z9vBRc54

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We Know Samson's Secret Weapon; David's Was Much Better -- studying 2 Sa...

Longer hair helped Samson. Bigger muscles may help you. But only for a time. There is one secret that lasts beyond this life and David had it. We can too. Join us as we study 2 Samuel 15:24-29 on Youtube. Here's the link: https://youtu.be/ufuTEFa7BZM

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