II SAMUEL 14 Lesson # 16 DECEIT INTERS INTO DAVID’S HOUSE I. Introduction: Q Are there exceptions to rules? When? Q When are exceptions to rules beneficial? When are they not? An = When the real force or intent of the law is express best by the exception, then it

II SAMUEL 15 Lesson # 17 BEING BETRAYED I. Introduction: Note: Today we are going to talk about treachery, disloyalty and betrayal. This is something that has happened in all ages and in all cultures. Q Can you name some famous people who betrayed others or have been betrayed? An

II SAMUEL 16 Lesson # 18 CRITICISM IS SURE TO COME WHEN YOU ARE DOWN I. Introduction: Q How many of you have been in charge of a fairly large operation and in that position received unwarranted criticism? Q Have people criticized you for things you never even had anything

II SAMUEL 17 Lesson # 19 GOD’S PROTECTION, EVEN IN COMMITTEE MEETINGS I. Introduction: Note: We tend to love those who come from behind to win. We often cheer loudly for the person no one expected to win. We especially love the little guy who slays the big, bad, powerful

II SAMUEL 18 Lesson # 20 PUBLIC TRIUMPH, PRIVATE TRAGEDY I. Introduction: Q In the last few weeks we have seen David running from whom? An = His own son Absalom, who wishes to be king in his place. This is the son David has pardoned, against his better judgment,