This week, Mary Shannon picks up in the second half of 2 Samuel 13 with Absalom’s revenge over the assault on his sister, Tamar. She then walks us through some of the fallout from that event between he and his father, David, in the first half of 2 Samuel 14. There is so much of ourselves we can see in this complex story of family dysfunction, which all points back to God’s abundant grace in our lives. For more info or to connect with Mary Shannon, visit itsmaryshannon.com...
May 18, 2020•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Today, Mary Shannon covers one of the darkest chapters in all of the Bible…2 Samuel 13 and the assault on Tamar by her brother. We’ll look at the first half of the chapter, the inexcusable evil that occurs, and the chain of events it sets in motion within the household of David. Brace yourselves…it’s gonna get real! For more info or to connect with Mary Shannon, visit itsmaryshannon.com
Apr 29, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 22
This week, Mary Shannon takes us through 2 Samuel 12 and the consequences David has to endure as a result of his sin with Bathsheba. We’ll see how even in the midst of guilt and tragedy, David still remains a man after God’s own heart simply because he keeps getting back up, repenting, and pursuing the Lord. For more info or to connect with Mary Shannon, visit itsmaryshannon.com
Apr 27, 2020•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 21
In the second week of Mary Shannon’s Zoom/Quarantine version of the Bible Study, she takes on the second half of 2 Samuel 11. As David murders Uriah, takes Bathsheba, and is confronted with his own sin by the Prophet, Nathan, you’ll see a man who had hardened his heart to unprecedented levels become deeply broken before the Lord. If we’re honest, there’s a lot to relate to in this story. For more info or to connect with Mary Shannon, visit itsmaryshannon.com...
Apr 18, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 20
This week, Mary Shannon kicks off the temporary Zoom/Quarantine version of the Bible Study in 2 Samuel 11. We’ll look at the infamous story of David and Bathsheba, and how perhaps we shouldn’t be so quick to condemn David. After all, who hasn’t done something they knew was wrong before? For more info or to connect with Mary Shannon, visit itsmaryshannon.com
Apr 13, 2020•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Mary Shannon takes us through 2 Samuel 9 and the story of David and Mephibosheth. Not only is it a remarkable story on its own, but the picture of grace it provides and how it parallels God’s response to us is nothing short of awe-inspiring. For more info or to connect with Mary Shannon, visit itsmaryshannon.com
Mar 08, 2020•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Mary Shannon dives into 2 Samuel 7 and the establishment of the Davidic Covenant. As she explores the nuances of David’s request to build a temple for God and God’s response to that request, we’ll all have to wrestle a bit with how our free will and God’s sovereignty work together. Ultimately, we’ll all see just how faithful God has been to each and every one of us through the years. For more info or to connect with Mary Shannon, visit itsmaryshannon.com...
Feb 28, 2020•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 17
This week, Mary Shannon (with special guest Brain Glubish) unpack 2 Samuel 6 and the return of the Ark of the Covenant to Israel. From David’s total abandon in worship, his wife Michal’s disapproval, and even the death of Uzzah when he grabbed hold of the Ark…there is a lot to unpack this week, so let’s get going! For more info or to connect with Mary Shannon, visit itsmaryshannon.com
Feb 22, 2020•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Mary Shannon takes us through 2 Samuel 5-6, covering the long and complicated history of the city of Israel, David’s establishment of his stronghold there, and the celebration of the Ark being returned. In the midst of all that compelling history, there are tons of convicting and applicable principles for our lives today. For more info or to connect with Mary Shannon, visit itsmaryshannon.com
Feb 16, 2020•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 15
Mary Shannon walks us through 2 Samuel 2-3 and the war between the houses of David and Saul in the transition from the reign of Saul to the new reign of David. Like something out of a political thriller, the crazy characters and dramatic twists will show us a lot about how God’s sovereignty is still at work in the midst of man’s issues and poor choices. For more info or to connect with Mary Shannon, visit itsmaryshannon.com
Feb 08, 2020•58 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Mary Shannon kicks off the book of 2 Samuel with a look at David’s grief upon hearing of the death of Saul and Jonathan. She also covers the dramatic political struggle that ensues as David ascends to the throne. For more info or to connect with Mary Shannon, visit itsmaryshannon.com
Jan 23, 2020•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 13
This week, Mary Shannon moves into the book of 2 Samuel. As we look at how David mourns the loss of Saul and Jonathan, there are incredible implications for our lives and how we deal with our own grief. It may get heavy, but it is so very healthy to explore these issues. For more info or to connect with Mary Shannon, visit itsmaryshannon.com
Jan 16, 2020•59 min•Season 1Ep. 12
As we get back into the study after the holidays, Mary Shannon brings us through the last several events of the book of 1 Samuel. We see David on the run, him sparing Saul’s life in the cave, the incident with Nabal, and essentially the final moments of Saul’s reign as king leading us into the glorious era of David’s rule. There is plenty to unpack, and tons of implications for our own lives, as well. For more info or to connect with Mary Shannon, visit itsmaryshannon.com...
Jan 09, 2020•59 min•Season 1Ep. 11
In this week’s study, Mary Shannon takes us from the wonderful covenant made between Jonathan and David, to the beginning of David’s time on the run as a fugitive from Saul. As we look at how fear and insecurity drove Saul to lash out at David, we’ll see a few unpleasant similarities to how we sometimes process the same emotions. For more info or to connect with Mary Shannon, visit itsmaryshannon.com
Dec 12, 2019•50 min•Season 1Ep. 10
This week, Mary Shannon picks up the story of David and Goliath focusing on David’s epic showdown with the Philistine giant. Through the boldness of David and the fear and comparison of Saul, we’ll all walk away with some soul-searching to do. For more info or to connect with Mary Shannon, visit itsmaryshannon.com
Dec 05, 2019•59 min•Season 1Ep. 9
This week, Mary Shannon dives into the story of the Israelites’ showdown with the Philistine giant, Goliath. While unpacking the nuances of this familiar event, she asks us all an extremely difficult question: what is your giant? Grab your Bible and hang on, because it’s going to get real… For more info or to connect with Mary Shannon, visit itsmaryshannon.com
Nov 12, 2019•56 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Mary Shannon takes us through the transition from the ending of Saul’s kingdom to the selection of David by the Prophet, Samuel. Just as Samuel was tempted to “look at the outward appearance” when selecting the next King of Israel, we fall into the same trap ourselves. The implications for our lives and our own focus on appearances vs. our hearts is nothing short of convicting. For more info or to connect with Mary Shannon, visit itsmaryshannon.com...
Nov 05, 2019•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 7
In this week’s episode, Mary Shannon tackles the life and Kingship of Saul. From the time he is drafted into the kingship until he is facing the removal of the kingdom from his family line. You’ll be left with tons of new insights, and a bunch more questions about if Saul really was the “villainous king” we often make him out to be. Grab your Bibles, and let’s go… For more info or to connect with Mary Shannon, visit itsmaryshannon.com...
Oct 29, 2019•50 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Today, Mary Shannon dives into the introduction of King Saul in 1 Samuel 9. There is so much depth in the story of how Saul was selected, anointed by the Prophet Samuel, and then presented to the nation of Israel…you’re gonna see things in this story you’ve never thought about before. So, let’s grab our Bibles and dig in! For more info or to connect with Mary Shannon, visit itsmaryshannon.com
Oct 22, 2019•53 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Mary Shannon continues her walk through 1 Samuel and the life of David by focusing on the story of Samuel. From Hannah’s giving him back to God in service to the Temple, all the way to Samuel dealing with the Israelites’ demand of a king. Grab your Bibles and join us for an amazing lesson! For more info or to connect with Mary Shannon, visit itsmaryshannon.com
Oct 15, 2019•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Mary Shannon digs into the troubling times and culture surrounding Eli’s reign as high priest, and the cautionary tale of his sons, Hophni and Phinehas. She then connects that story with what so many of us wrestle with on a daily basis: how to raise and maintain a relationship with God-fearing children (even when they’re grown). For more info or to connect with Mary Shannon, visit itsmaryshannon.com
Oct 08, 2019•57 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Mary Shannon picks up the story of David in 1 Samuel by continuing to look at Hannah. Despite her longings for a child and pleading with God to grant her a son, we see how she is transformed and moved by the Lord even before her circumstances change. There are some seriously profound applications for our own lives in this lesson, so let’s dive in… For more info or to connect with Mary Shannon, visit itsmaryshannon.com...
Oct 04, 2019•49 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Today, we’ll dive deep into 1 Samuel chapter 1, and focus on Hannah. For more info or to connect with Mary Shannon, visit itsmaryshannon.com
Sep 27, 2019•53 min•Season 1Ep. 1
