In this message, Pastor Lloyd begins the 2 Samuel series with the tragedy of chapter 1: the deaths of Saul and Jonathan. David grieves the loss of both men, even though Saul had tried to kill him many times. Rather than responding with bitterness, David chooses forgiveness and sorrow. Pastor Lloyd highlights that forgiveness is not always fair, but because God has forgiven us, we are called to forgive others. In David’s mourning, we see a picture of Christ-like love toward one who had wronged him deeply.
David Made King, but...
April 19, 2026 • Pastor Lloyd Pulley • 2 Samuel 2
Pastor Lloyd highlights the contrast between David and Abner and the divided kingdoms in this chapter. David seeks the Lord and is anointed over Judah, leading with dependence on God. In contrast, Abner, Saul’s cousin and commander, sets up Ishbosheth over Israel, acting from human ambition to preserve Saul’s line. The result is two kingdoms: David’s, growing in strength under God’s direction, and Saul’s, sustained by human effort and marked by division.
2 Samuel 8-12
September 29, 1996 • Pastor Lloyd Pulley • 2 Samuel 8—12
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2 Samuel 13-16:14
October 6, 1996 • Pastor Lloyd Pulley • 2 Samuel 13:1—16:14
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2 Samuel 16:15-20:26
October 13, 1996 • Pastor Lloyd Pulley • 2 Samuel 16:15—20:26
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2 Samuel 21-24
October 27, 1996 • Pastor Lloyd Pulley • 2 Samuel 21—24
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