Two Songs on the Kingdom

Where can we find hope in the midst of hardship? Join us this Sunday at CrossWinds Church in Spencer as we consider the answer from 2 Samuel 22–23.

Sermon Discussion

1. What is hope? What do we mean when we say that Christian hope is historical, not fanciful?
2. What is one takeaway from the sermon and one question that you had after hearing the sermon?
3. Read 2 Samuel 22:1–4; 47–51. What is awe? What has left you in awe? How can we be a people who respond in awe to God?
4. Read 2 Samuel 22:5–20, 32–46. Describe the differences between these two sections and how they portray God’s intervention in David’s life. Why is it crucial that we read these passages together? How does such an approach transform the way that you understand God at work in your life?
5. Read 2 Samuel 22:21–28. What is the connection between the way we live our lives and how God interacts with us? Why is it important to live a life that honors Jesus?
6. Read 2 Samuel 23:3–4. What does this prophecy point toward? How does it give you hope?
7. Christ Connection: How does this passage point us to Jesus?
8. This Time Tomorrow: How does this passage transform your thoughts, actions, or interactions at this time tomorrow?

Transformation Stories

9. Take some time as a group to share stories of how you have seen God at work in your life or the lives of others. Alternatively, take turns sharing your testimony with your group to celebrate God’s saving and transformative work in your life.