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1. David wanted to know the strength of his army. What are some things we are tempted to count, control, or depend on instead of trusting God?
2. David’s conscience troubled him, and he immediately confessed, “I have sinned greatly.” What is the difference between feeling bad about sin and truly repenting of it?
3. Our BIG TRUTH says, “Repentance owns our wicked sin while running toward God’s merciful arms.” What makes people more likely to hide from God after they sin rather than run toward Him?
4. David said, “Let us fall into the LORD’s hands because His mercies are great.” What does this teach us about trusting God’s character even when we are experiencing the consequences of our sin?
5. In verse 17, David calls the people “sheep” and offers to suffer in their place. How does David’s shepherd heart point toward Jesus—and where does David fall short of being the Shepherd Israel ultimately needed?
6. David refused to offer God a sacrifice that “cost [him] nothing.” What are some ways following Jesus may require sacrifice, inconvenience, generosity, or surrender in our lives today?
7. The threshing floor became the site of Solomon’s temple, where sacrifices would later be offered. How does this location—and the ending of 2 Samuel—prepare us for Jesus and His once-for-all sacrifice?
8. Looking back over Samuel, what have Saul and David taught us about the kind of King humanity really needs?
9. What sin do you need to stop hiding, own before God, and carry straight into His merciful arms?