“The God Who Knows Your Motives”

Dispatches from 2 Samuel
Written By Steve Gentry
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Main Scripture - 2 Samuel 4

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Fools Seek a Shortcut Over God’s Plan

  • 2 Samuel 4:1-8

  • Proverbs 14:12

  • Jeremiah 17:9

Why You Do Matters Along with What You Do

  • 2 Samuel 4:8-9

  • 1 Samuel 16:7

  • Ezekiel 36:26

  • Romans 2:28-29

The Wise Look to God for Righteousness and Justice

  • 2 Samuel 4:10-12

  • Psalm 37:5-7

  • James 3:17-18

Application Points:

  • Build discernment to know what shortcuts to avoid

  • Realize that some bad choices affect your descendants

  • Focus on your motives behind your actions

  • Stop blaming God for the consequences of your sin

  • Obey God and trust Him with the outcome

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