2 Samuel 12:26-28

Just like race teams use many different strategies to run a race, you can study the Bible in many ways. This Bible plan takes you through a simple acronym, R.A.C.E., that you can use to study the Bible on your own or in a group setting. We will break down each of these steps, and read through different passages together using the steps in the R.A.C.E Bible study method.

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2 Samuel depicts the ascension and reign of King David following the death of Saul and Jonathan. David united the kingdom, established Jerusalem as the capital city, and extended the territory of Israel. At the crescendo of the book, God promises David that "your throne shall be established forever" (2 Samuel 7:16). Despite David's wickedness, God ultimately fulfills his promises to David through the person and work of Jesus Christ.

By the end of this study, we pray that you will know God’s voice better, that you will know when and how he speaks, and feel compelled to obey. As we study Scripture, we will discover that God’s plan cannot be thwarted regardless of who is in power. The point of the original monarchy found in 1 and 2 Samuel, illustrates that from the beginning.