Emmanuel Tuscaloosa

Tom Allen // 2 Samuel 18:1-19:8a // The consequences of his sin tear David between his kingly responsibilities and his fatherly affections.

Michael Crosswhite // 2 Samuel 17 // The kingdom of God will never fail because God is in sovereign control.

Michael Crosswhite // 2 Samuel 16 // In spite of a kingdom that seems to be unraveling, David demonstrates faith in God’s unwavering sovereignty.

Michael Crosswhite // 2 Samuel 15 // The foolish Absalom steals the hearts of the people through shrewd calculation, but the wisdom of David is seen in his submission to the will of God.

Michael Crosswhite // 2 Samuel 14 // The wisdom of man does not bring about righteous and Godly ends.

Michael Crosswhite // 2 Samuel 13 // The sins of David’s past adultery and his present indecisiveness come home to roost as the sword is brought to his own family.

Michael Crosswhite // 2 Samuel 12 // David is confronted and punished by God for his sin, but through repentance receives forgiveness and restoration.

Michael Crosswhite // 2 Samuel 11 // David’s adultery led to his sinful cover-up, and all of it was evil to the Lord.

Michael Crosswhite // 2 Samuel 10 // Those who spurn the kindness of God’s king will face God’s wrath.

Jeremy Hudson // 2 Samuel 9 // The kindness of God received through Christ will fill his people with marvel and wonder at his abundant goodness.

Michael Crosswhite // Psalm 50 // God warns the religious and the hypocritical worshiper that the one who truly glorifies Him is genuinely grateful.

Michael Crosswhite // Psalm 49 // Do not fear the oppression of the rich, for he will perish and God will ransom the souls of his people from death.

Michael Crosswhite // Psalm 48 // God’s ongoing presence and protection is among his people who praise him, trust him, think about him, and share him.

Michael Crosswhite // Psalm 47 // God has triumphed over all nations and peoples, becoming their king.

Michael Crosswhite // Psalm 46 // The people of God are protected from eternal harm by their heavenly father that shelters and rescues them.

Michael Crosswhite // Psalm 45 // The king is extolled for his beauty and virtues, and his bride-to-be is honored and joyous because of her marriage to him.

Michael Crosswhite // Psalm 44 // The Lord has good reasons for the affliction of his people, and he alone is able to save them.

Nathan Loudin // Psalm 43 // Christians often wonder what God is up to, especially when it seems like our enemies are winning the war. What is our hope when we are demoralized and disillusioned by the persecution and oppression of our enemies? Ultimately, our vindication will come through Christ and that is cause for great hope in God.

Jeremy Hudson // Psalm 42 // The Christian’s hope in great sorrow is the steadfast love of God.

Michael Crosswhite // Psalm 41 // As recipients of God's grace and mercy, we are called to extend that same grace and mercy to others, especially to the weak and helpless, and in doing so, we will experience the blessings and protection of the Lord in our own lives.

2 Samuel 8 // The Lord gives victory to David wherever he goes, making the Lord’s enemies his servant.

2 Samuel 7:18-29 // As a response of God’s promise to him, David humbles himself under God’s mighty hand and prays that his promises come to pass.

2 Samuel 7:1-17 // The Lord promises to build a house for his people through the offspring of David, giving them a home and salvation from all their enemies.

2 Samuel 6 // David celebrates because the Lord has selected him as king to bring the ark of the covenant back into the center of worship in Israel.

2 Samuel 5 // The Lord exalts David as king for the blessing of his people.