II Samuel 16:12

In this 5-day plan, civil rights legend Dr. John M. Perkins writes about the importance of forgiveness, even in the face of evil. Humans are broken. They fall short of the mark with each other and before God. David sinned grievously, and yet found forgiveness before God through confession.

This devotion is designed to help you make strides in overcoming sin, growing in godliness, and enjoying intimacy with the Lord. If you feel stuck or you’ve lost hope, these devotions, drawn from Jesus’ words in the Beatitudes, are especially for you! You can make progress, by God’s grace, starting today.

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.