2 Samuel
Overview
Based on the NKJV, David Guzik’s commentary on 2 Samuel assumes the full trustworthiness and authority of Scripture, combining insights from scholars throughout the ages. Guzik provides clear exposition, designed to help Bible readers understand what the text says, and what it means. Calvary Chapel pastor Guzik forgoes formality and dives straight into the text—no lengthy introductions or extensive footnotes. Packed with helpful insights and context, the commentary examines the English text of the biblical book with limited reference to original languages, making it an ideal tool for lay people or anyone without language training.
Top Highlights
“The Lord of Hosts, who dwells between the cherubim: The ark of God represented the immediate presence and glory of God in Israel. David considered it a high priority to bring the ark out of obscurity and back into prominence. David wanted Israel to be alive with a sense of the near presence and glory of God.” (2 Samuel 6:1–2)
“The atmosphere was joyful, exciting, and engaging. The problem was that none of it pleased God because it was all in disobedience to His word.” (2 Samuel 6:3–5)
“Then the Lord sent Nathan to David: David’s sin displeased the Lord but David didn’t listen to the conviction of the Holy Spirit or to his conscience. Now God sent someone else to speak to David. God mercifully kept speaking to David even when David didn’t listen.” (2 Samuel 12:1–4)
“David’s anger was based in confusion. He couldn’t understand why his good intentions weren’t enough. God cares about both our intentions and actions.” (2 Samuel 6:8–9)
“Yet out of the ‘stump’ of Jesse, God raised up a new branch that will reign for ever and ever (Isaiah 11:1–2).” (2 Samuel 7:12–17)
- Title: 2 Samuel
- Author: David Guzik
- Series: David Guzik’s Commentaries on the Bible
- Publisher: David Guzik
- Print Publication Date: 2013
- Logos Release Date: 2014
- Era: era:contemporary
- Language: English
- Resources: 1
- Format: Digital › Logos Research Edition
- Subject: Bible. O.T. 2 Samuel › Commentaries
- Resource ID: LLS:GUZIKCOMM10SA2
- Resource Type: Bible Commentary
- Metadata Last Updated: 2022-10-05T16:49:24Z