First Kings offers lessons on prayer during both good and challenging times. The book documents Solomon’s reign, the division of the kingdom, and the deeds of various kings and the prophet Elijah. Key themes include the faithfulness of Israel’s leaders, the significance of the Jerusalem Temple, and the interplay between hope and despair in prayer.
Here is a summary of the prayers in Second Samuel, the conclusion of a series of articles examining each prayer in detail. Join Dr. Mark McDowell as he explore these prayers with the goal of enriching our own prayers.
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Confession of our wrongdoings is difficult for us all. It can be humbling and even humiliating. But a prayer of confession can be quite powerful. Explore this prayer of confession with Dr. Mark McDowell, including background, meeting, and some application.
This lengthy prayer (in two parts) is an excellent example of a prayer of praise. Offered by King David, it is a wonderful example that we can use as a model for our own praise prayers. Join Dr. McDowell as he explores the background, meaning, and application of this prayer.
Dr. Mark McDowell explores this prayer by David, a celebration of victory. How can we se this prayer as a model for our own prayers?
The story of David inquiring of God during a three-year drought in his reign (1 Samuel 21.1) highlights the importance of understanding the type of prayer to offer in different situations. Rather than just asking for relief from suffering or strength to endure it, the story encourages believers to also consider inquiring of God about the reasons behind their suffering. This approach can lead to a more rich prayer life.
Today’s study is from Second Samuel—a prayer that is quite bold, even revolutionary. Can we pray such prayers? What does it mean to be truly revolutionary in prayer, and not just a contrarian? Follow Dr. Mark McDowell as he explores this prayer and how we can use it as a model for our own prayers.
Join Dr. Mark McDowell explores this curse prayer by David. What is a curse prayer, and should we ever use this type of prayer from the Bible? Dr. McDowell includes background to the prayer text, an exploration of its meaning, and a practical application.
Prayer is a great gift. We get to speak to the creator and sustainer of the universe. Yet because it’s so easy, is it possible that we might take it for granted? Or we might even misuse it? Join Dr. Mark McDowell as he explores the subject through this prayer in Second Samuel 14.
