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II Kings 24 – I Chronicles 22. Class 32 March 21, 2012. The Big Picture. Judah taken into captivity (II Kings 24-25) Saul’s death and epitaph (1 Chron 10) David’s physical success (1 Chron 14, 18-20) David’s spiritual success and failure (various). Uzzah’s death (I Chron 13, 15).
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II Kings 24 – I Chronicles 22 Class 32 March 21, 2012
The Big Picture • Judah taken into captivity (II Kings 24-25) • Saul’s death and epitaph (1 Chron 10) • David’s physical success (1 Chron 14, 18-20) • David’s spiritual success and failure (various)
Uzzah’s death (I Chron 13, 15) • Perhaps it was an oversight? • Surprisingly easy to overlook details of God’s word • Progression of David’s reaction
David’s trust in God • In difficult times: waiting for God to give him the kingdom (1 Chron 11 & 12) • When he sinned (1 Chron 21:13)
Learning about God • God does forgive, even if He doesn’t remove the consequences of sin (2 Kings 24:3-4, 2 Chron 33:10-13) • God has a hand in the rise and fall of peoples, even without miracles (1 Chron 10:11)
Learning about God • God rewards a heart that seeks Him even if He says no to a specific request (1 Chron 17:3-15)
Applications • Actions have consequences, even after our death (2 Kings 24:3-4) • Don’t trust in physical power or even in spiritual things (2 Kings 25:9, Luke 21:5-6) • God never leaves us without hope (2 Kings 25:27-30)
Applications • Do good and others will notice (1 Chron 12:22) • Take responsibility for your actions, recognizing when they hurt others (1 Chron 21:17)
Applications • It’s good to assist someone else even if we can’t do something ourselves (22:5) • It’s vital to prepare those who come after us to seek the Lord (22:11-19)