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Small Group Discussion Guide

Internal prep notes for leaders to help facilitate 30-45 minutes of reflection around this chapter. This page is intentionally unobtrusive so it can be shared by QR scan.

Chapter 12: New King, New Throne, Same Lord

David moves from fugitive to king, while public success sits alongside emerging responsibilities at home.

Reflection: Leading Through a New Season

Workbook page: p.

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Suggested read-aloud excerpts

Related scriptural passages

  • 2 Samuel 2:1-11 — David begins his reign in Hebron.
  • 2 Samuel 5:1-5 — The tribes recognize David as king over Israel.
Discussion starter:
  • How do you behave when you receive authority or influence you have wanted?
  • What helps you wait for wise timing instead of rushing toward recognition?
  • Which relationship might be receiving less attention as your responsibilities grow?

Suggested facilitation flow: check-in question, read the excerpt together, let discussion linger on one response, invite group prayer, and assign one application action for the week.