Introduction

• What examples can you think of where a character from the Bible became angry or needed to deal with anger?

Main Body (1st Samuel 25)

Introducing Nabal

The Man (v. 2-3)

The Situation (v.4-9)

The Offense (v.10-12)

Questions to Ponder

• Have you ever thought that someone would treat you well only to discover that they treat your poorly?

• How do you respond when someone treats you poorly?

==Offended==

The Initial Reaction (v. 13-17)

The Plan (v. 18-22)

Questions to Ponder

• Have you ever been so angry with someone that you did or said something you regretted later?

• Why is it important that we slow down and think about things when we are angry?

==Diffusion==

The Humble Response (v.23-27)

The Hope of Promise (v.28-29)

The Importance of Innocence (v.30-31)

Questions to Ponder

• How do you think David would have felt later had he killed Nabal?

• What might have happened had David killed Nabal and his household?

==Judgement==

The Judge (v.38-39)

The Blessing (v.42)

Questions to Ponder

• Should you hope that God brings judgement on your enemies?

Conclusion

• What are ways in which you can relate to David's feelings of anger over the situation with Nabal?

• When have you incorrectly responded to feelings of anger? How did that make you feel?

• How should a Christian deal with anger?