One of the greatest privileges of life is parenthood. Globally, it is estimated that 80-90% of all people living will enjoy this blessing. With the blessing comes a great responsibility. Children should learn of and remember their Creator from their youth (Eccl 12:1). This is greatly advantaged when parents fulfill their obligation to discipline and instruct their children in the Lord (Eph 6:4). The Bible informs us of parents who both honored and neglected this responsibilit

One of the greatest compliments one can receive is being described as a man after God’s own heart. Such was the compliment paid to David as God inspired Paul (Acts 13:22). There are various reasons why David received this compliment: he was merciful (2 Sam 9), he took his commitment to the Word seriously (Ps 1:1-2), and he was dependent upon God (Ps 20:7). Among these qualities, one evident in David’s life is his desire for God. David desired to be with his God. He looked to

This past Wednesday, we were reminded of the frailty of our heroes. A thought-provoking devotional was presented, in which David's three exchanges with Shimei were observed. A short reminder: David leaves it in God's hands (2 Sam 16), David forgives (2 Sam 19), and David commissions vengeance through his son's hands (1 Kgs 2). An exchange I've read over and over got me thinking about some things. First, how remarkable the grace of God must be. I'll be the first to admit that