As Absalom's rebellion kicks into high gear, King David experiences wounds from all sides.

Examining the remaining traits of the church-splitter

Psalm 33 teaches us how to praise, to rejoice, and to hope in the Lord.

The parallels between Absalom's splitting of the kingdom and those who split churches are striking.

The nation of Israel has rebelled against the Lord in creating and worshipping the golden calf. Moses intercedes for the people, invoking God's mercy and requesting to see God's glory. God reveals himself as merciful, gracious, long-suffering, and abundant in goodness and truth.

In times of distress, we must enquire of the Lord first, then patiently wait for His answer. We must focus on going up to be close to God in fellowship and worship.

Absalom finally goes before the king, but things are far from resolved and far from being over.

Although Absalom safely returned to Jerusalem, things between him and his father were far from over.

How lordship and living a biblically structured life impacts the success of discipleship and counseling

In the showdown between David and the woman of Tekoah, more of Joab's narcissistic tendencies are on full display.