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Discussion Questions

1. What have you lost that was very dear to you? What made it so difficult?

2. In today's passage, David finds himself bearing the burden of two conflicting roles. What roles are men called upon to fill? Why are they sometimes in conflict?

3. Describe how the providence of God allowed David love like a father yet lead like a king. How can the providence of God be a source of comfort, faith, and strength for us today?

4. Are you currently experiencing any role conflict and, if so, which roles, and what's going on? How does David's story encourage you, or give you hope?