James 1:8 | The Phone Tree Bible Study Group

A Phone Tree Bible Study Group ACTion Article

Reading Assignment: 2 Samuel 2-5

Personal Reflection ACTion Statement:

A divided heart, in any capacity, is unstable. It is not at its best. It is not in peak condition. It is not whole. It is not well. It cannot fully function as it is meant to, and as such, it performs less than optimally.

Even among GOD’s people, the pressing evidence of a divided heart, a divided nation, a divided people, a divided mindset can be seen.

The only remedy for a fractionated heart is the LORD. For, it is HE who reconciles, cleanses, redirects, forgives, reestablishes, and makes whole.

Bible Study Questions to Consider:

1) What is the definition of a divided heart, in spiritual terms?

2) How does the concept of a divided heart show up in chapters 2-5 of 2 Samuel?

3) Which individual from the featured scriptures stands out the most, when considering the idea of a divided heart? Why?

4) What were the typical outcomes of the divided heart coups, in these chapters?

5) What significant action is noted to occur, as it relates to David and GOD, in 2 Samuel 2:1 and in 2 Samuel 5:23?

BONUS QUESTION: How might the ACTions demonstrated in the aforementioned scriptures encourage those who have a divided heart in their present season of life?

Meditative Scripture: James 1:8