Between the Promise and the Crown
God had spoken. David was anointed. The old king was gone.
And yet—the kingdom was still divided.
Join us this Sunday in 2 Samuel 2 at Calvary Motherwell at 11am as Jonathan Simpson, takes us into the uncomfortable space between God’s promise and its fulfillment. David seeks the Lord before taking a single step. He moves slowly, obediently, trusting God’s timing. Meanwhile, others rush to secure power, appoint kings, and protect their own positions. What follows is not celebration—but conflict. Brothers face brothers. Pride fuels violence. Victory brings grief.
This chapter reminds us that being chosen by God does not spare us from waiting, and being right does not guarantee peace. Leadership is tested long before it is crowned. God’s will unfolds not through human force, but through humble dependence.
2 Samuel 2 confronts us with searching questions:
- Will we wait when God’s promise feels delayed?
- Will we lead with prayer instead of pressure?
- Will we trust God’s way when others choose shortcuts?
Join us as we explore a sobering and honest chapter of Scripture—one that reveals the cost of ambition, the danger of divided loyalties, and the quiet strength of faith that waits on the Lord.
Because the hardest part of obedience is often the in-between.
All welcome and don’t forget you can watch on our YouTube Channel (Calvary Motherwell)
