Then the king was deeply moved, and went up to the chamber over the gate, and wept. And as he went, he said thus: “O my son Absalom—my son, my son Absalom—if only I had died in your place! O Absalom my son, my son!” 2 Samuel 18:33 Continue reading
Absalom
Memorable Scripture: Lose yourself and find God
So Absalom stole the hearts of the men of Israel. 2 Samuel 15:6 Continue reading
Memorable Scripture: Amnon & Absalom – 4 lessons to learn
After this Absalom the son of David had a lovely sister, whose name was Tamar; and Amnon the son of David loved her. Amnon was so distressed over his sister Tamar that he became sick; for she was a virgin. And it was improper for Amnon to do anything to her. But Amnon had a friend whose name was Jonadab the son of Shimeah, David’s brother. Now Jonadab was a very crafty man. 2 Samuel 13:1-3 Continue reading
A Kingdom Man
These are the sons who were born to David in Hebron:
The oldest was Amnon, whose mother was Ahinoam from Jezreel.
The second was Daniel, whose mother was Abigail, the widow of Nabal from Carmel. Continue reading
What will you become?
It’s the final week of school, at least for some of the school districts around my area.
It’s the last week for the seniors of our church to walk the hallways of Hemphill High School or to roam around Broaddus High. Continue reading
I know I would feel that way!
Yesterday’s Morning Thought was about the Prodigal Son’s father. The question is about the actions, thoughts, and feelings of the father while his son was gone.
I asked the same question on Facebook and received these replies.
- That father was doing nothing but praying, probably fasting and trusting God. Continue reading