Playlist: Hushai the Archite (topic)
Israelite Soap Opera
Sermonette by Richard T. RitenbaughHushai appears as David's trusted servant, sent back to Jerusalem when David learned of Ahithophel's treason in Absalom's rebellion, with the task of foiling Ahithophel's counsel. Ahithophel, the wisest counselor and grandfather of Bathsheba, advised Absalom to take 12,000 men and pursue David that night while he was weary, …
Bitterness Can Kill
Sermon by Mike FordAhithophel serves as a poignant example that we must not permit bitterness to undermine our faith that the sovereign God is able to bring justice.
Psalm 55
Sermon/Bible Study by Richard T. RitenbaughBeing blindsided by the betrayal of a friend or a brother in the church is one of the hardest experiences to endure. Even Jesus Christ had to face betrayal from Judas Iscariot. It was among the final trials He had to bear. Yet, in response, He instructed Judas with resolve, saying, "What you have to do, do quickly." This example …