April 22nd, 2026
by Mike Fast
by Mike Fast
April 22nd
2 Samuel 5:1-13,17-25; 6:1-11; 1 Chronicles 3:4b; 11:1-9; 12:23-40; 13:1-14; 14:1-2,8-17. “Resolute Leader”
Four hundred years earlier the Israelites had been told to absolutely subjugate the Promised Land, yet it was never completely accomplished. David has been working to remedy that fault.
David knew God had a reason for asking the Israelites to carry out this task and he had seen the results of it not taking place. He knew the land had to be “cleaned-up” from the enemies influence and presence for several reasons. One, would be the constant threat of the nearby enemy. Another benefit to a land of their own was the unity which could be much easier to achieve. Furthermore, the land of mixed religion only hindered the Israelites walk with God. The presence of false gods made an enormous negative impact on the commitment of Israel toward God.
David took his responsibilities of leadership very seriously and in turn made a tremendous impact on the positive history of Israel. President Harry Truman said, “Men make history and not the other way round. In periods where there is no leadership, society stands still.”
What kind of leader are you?
David knew God had a reason for asking the Israelites to carry out this task and he had seen the results of it not taking place. He knew the land had to be “cleaned-up” from the enemies influence and presence for several reasons. One, would be the constant threat of the nearby enemy. Another benefit to a land of their own was the unity which could be much easier to achieve. Furthermore, the land of mixed religion only hindered the Israelites walk with God. The presence of false gods made an enormous negative impact on the commitment of Israel toward God.
David took his responsibilities of leadership very seriously and in turn made a tremendous impact on the positive history of Israel. President Harry Truman said, “Men make history and not the other way round. In periods where there is no leadership, society stands still.”
What kind of leader are you?
General Questions for each day:
Summarize the day’s Bible passage in your own words.
What thoughts, actions, attitudes or beliefs are addressed in the passage?
How is the Holy Spirit leading you to apply this passage to your life today?
Summarize the day’s Bible passage in your own words.
What thoughts, actions, attitudes or beliefs are addressed in the passage?
How is the Holy Spirit leading you to apply this passage to your life today?
Bible Discussion Guide:
How can resting in the fact that God has a plan and purpose for the future help us in the present?
Could you rest contently for years not being king yet knowing you had been anointed the next king?
How could journaling your thoughts, concerns, praises, and answered prayers help your confidence in God?
Although David may have “rested” in God’s provision did he let his guard down? What were David’s activities and safeguards (his “tactics”)?
Describe the characteristics and qualities of David’s leadership.
After reading as much of the Scriptures as you have to this point, would you say the effect other nation’s “religion” had on Israel was greater than the effect Israel’s “religion” had on them? Were the enemy’s idols a threat to the commitment of Israel to walk after God? Did Israel’s commitment to God sway many nations to walk after the true God?
Personal application: From these discussion questions formulate a list of things you should involve yourself in and things you should avoid, or perhaps qualities you should possess and behaviors you should pass up.
How can resting in the fact that God has a plan and purpose for the future help us in the present?
Could you rest contently for years not being king yet knowing you had been anointed the next king?
How could journaling your thoughts, concerns, praises, and answered prayers help your confidence in God?
Although David may have “rested” in God’s provision did he let his guard down? What were David’s activities and safeguards (his “tactics”)?
Describe the characteristics and qualities of David’s leadership.
After reading as much of the Scriptures as you have to this point, would you say the effect other nation’s “religion” had on Israel was greater than the effect Israel’s “religion” had on them? Were the enemy’s idols a threat to the commitment of Israel to walk after God? Did Israel’s commitment to God sway many nations to walk after the true God?
Personal application: From these discussion questions formulate a list of things you should involve yourself in and things you should avoid, or perhaps qualities you should possess and behaviors you should pass up.
Mike Fast
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