# A PLACE OF PROMISE

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Podcast: [Don't Miss This Study](https://stenobird.com/podcast/don-t-miss-this-study-99038)
Published: 2026-06-14T22:00:19+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of Don’t Miss This, Dave Butler and Grace Freeman study 2 Samuel 11–12 and 1 Kings 1–9, exploring the stories of David and Solomon and the lessons they teach about mercy, redemption, wisdom, and devotion. These chapters remind us that scripture is filled with imperfect people, and yet God continues to work through them, write them into His story, and accomplish His purposes through their lives. The episode begins with one of the most heartbreaking moments in David’s life. His choices involving Bathsheba and Uriah reveal the consequences of sin and the pain that can follow when we lose sight of the Lord. Yet even in the middle of failure, God does not abandon David. Through Nathan’s confrontation, David is invited to repent, and the story becomes a powerful reminder that mistakes do not place us beyond the reach of God’s grace. The discussion highlights how redemption remains possible, even after our lowest moments, because God’s work with us is not finished. From David’s story, the focus shifts to Solomon, a young king who begins his reign with a sincere love for the Lord. When given the opportunity to ask God for anything, Solomon chooses an understanding heart. Dave and Grace reflect on what it means to see people the way God sees them and how experiences, relationships, and mercy can change the way we view others. Through Solomon’s request, we are invited to seek wisdom, compassion, and greater understanding in our own lives. The episode concludes with Solomon’s construction and dedication of the temple, a place built through sacrifice and devoted to God. As they study the promises found in the temple dedication prayer, Dave and Grace emphasize God’s willingness to hear prayers, offer forgiveness, and welcome all who come seeking Him. Together, these…

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