HAPPY DECEMBER, friends!
Reading the book of 1 Samuel last month gave me so much spiritual gems. I walked away from many challenges with solutions and peace. The way David appeared ordinary and rather small in comparison to the giant Goliath stood out to me. You know why? David may have been ordinary and even small in the eyes of people from his community. And from a worldly perspective as well. But, you know what was bigger than the giant he was facing? HIS FAITH. The fact that He boldly said he would face Goliath after everyone else was scared and unsuccessful. He didn’t boast he would face him from his own strength either…. He declared God would help him defeat the giant before him. That type of faith is what God rewards. It challenged me to ask myself what giants I was facing in my own life. It inspired me to face the scary and unknown head on– because God is always bigger. If I go in my own strength and ego, surely, I’d fail. The key is going in God’s name and truly believing He WILL cover you.
Phew! There were so many other gems I could speak on. But, for now, I’m excited to share December’s 24-Day reading plan continuing into 2 Samuel. Even if you missed the first few days, or find yourself needing to catch up, grace is for you. You can follow this plan for any 24 days even if it doesn’t happen to be this December.
The Reading Plan
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Study Questions for 2 Samuel:
Importance of the book of 2 Samuel:
Have you ever wondered how God can use someone who’s trying their best but still dealing with real-life mistakes, emotions, family drama, and unexpected setbacks?
That’s exactly why 2 Samuel is so powerful for us today. This book follows the life of David—not as a perfect hero, but as a relatable, flawed person who loved God, messed up, repented, and kept growing. In his story, we see modern-day lessons about leadership, heartbreak, choices, consequences, healing, and how God’s grace meets us in the middle of our mess. Studying 2 Samuel in December will give you wisdom for decision-making, encouragement for your faith walk, and a deeper understanding of how God restores and strengthens those who lean on Him. It’s not just ancient history—it’s a blueprint for navigating real life with a real God.
Jouranl & Reflection Questions:
What key words stood out to me in this chapter?
How does this chapter relate to my life’s circumstances currently?
How can I apply this chapter to my life?
How does this chapter inspire greater gratitude, humility, and/or joy in Christ?
How does this passage relate to the world today?
How can my attitude/actions improve based on truths I learned today?
How do the truths of this text shape the way I view God?
How do the truths of this text shape the way I view myself?
How do the truths of this text shape the way I view my present circumstances?
How can I apply this chapter to my prayers?
How could I explain this chapter to someone in 6 words or less?
What did I learn?
Study Questions for 2 Samuel:
1. What qualities made David a strong leader in 2 Samuel, and how do those qualities point forward to Jesus as the ultimate King?
2. When David inquired of the Lord before acting, things went well—and when he didn’t, chaos followed. What does this teach us about making decisions today as believers?
3. In 2 Samuel 7, God makes a covenant with David promising an eternal throne. How does this covenant find its fulfillment in the New Testament through Jesus?
4. How does David’s sin with Bathsheba show the ripple effects of disobedience, and how does his genuine repentance foreshadow the New Testament message of grace and restoration?
5. Many characters in 2 Samuel respond to conflict differently—David, Absalom, Joab, and others. Which responses align with what Jesus teaches about forgiveness, humility, and reconciliation?
6. When David grieves (for Saul, Jonathan, and later Absalom), what does the raw emotion teach us about bringing our pain honestly to God? How does this connect to Jesus’ teachings about mourning and comfort?
7. Where do you see God protecting His promises in 2 Samuel, even when the people fail? How does this strengthen your faith in God’s faithfulness in your own life?
8. How does David’s humility—especially in moments like returning the ark or acknowledging his wrong—reflect the kind of heart God desires, as described later by Jesus?
9. What repeated themes do you notice in 2 Samuel about the dangers of pride, lust, revenge, or unchecked emotions? How do these same patterns show up in our lives today, and what does the New Testament say about them?
10. As the book closes, David builds an altar and intercedes for the people. How does this point forward to Jesus as our ultimate intercessor, and what does it teach us about our own role in prayer?
JOINING?!
If you’ plan on joining us this month, leave a heart in the comments! Also, please share any of your notes or insights you get from this study!I would love to hear from you!
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