Like Father, Like Son(s)
October 8, 2023 Speaker: Jordan Gowing Series: 2 Samuel | A Better King
Topic: Sunday Morning Teaching Passage: 2 Samuel 13:1–39
What are the consequences of rebellion against God? Join us this Sunday at CrossWinds Church in Spencer as we consider the fallout of David's actions.
Sermon Discussion
- What is your first reaction/emotion after reading this chapter? What shocked you most from this chapter?
- What is one takeaway from the sermon and one question that you had after hearing the sermon?
- Read 2 Samuel 12:11–12. How do these verses help us understand what is happening in 2 Samuel 13?
- Read Psalm 14:1. How does this describe Amnon? Using this definition of “fool,” what are some ways that we are prone to act like fools today?
- Read Proverbs 27:6. How does Jonadab compare to this verse? Share an example of how friendship can be a positive or negative impact on life.
- Read Psalm 25:1–3; Romans 5:5; 10:11. What comfort does the rest of the Bible give us when we experience shame?
- Read 1 Samuel 2:22–25, 29; Colossians 3:21. What are some similarities between David and Eli? What does God say to Eli when he refuses to discipline his sons (1 Sam. 2:29)? What does Colossians 3:21 look like, practically?
- Read Romans 12:17–21. How would you counsel someone who has been wronged and wants to take revenge? What comfort does Romans 12 provide us when we want vengeance?
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