The Life of David
An exploration of the life of David, a man after God's own heart.
1. David's Anointing and Early Life
1.1 Samuel Anoints David
Verses: 1 Samuel 16:7; 1 Samuel 16:13
- God's choice is not always what man expects.
- The Spirit of the Lord came upon David from that day forward.
1.2 David Enters Saul's Service
Verses: 1 Samuel 16:18; 1 Samuel 16:21-22
- David's skill in music and his courage were evident.
- Serving Saul demonstrated humility and faithfulness.
2. David and Goliath
2.1 David's Faith and Courage
Verses: 1 Samuel 17:45; 1 Samuel 17:50
- David's faith in God was unwavering.
- God uses the unlikely to accomplish His purposes.
2.2 Victory Through God
Verses: 1 Samuel 17:47; 1 Samuel 17:51
- The battle belongs to the Lord.
- David's victory brought deliverance to Israel.
3. David's Trials and Persecutions
3.1 Saul's Jealousy and David's Flight
Verses: 1 Samuel 18:9; 1 Samuel 24:6
- Saul's jealousy led to relentless pursuit.
- David remained loyal to the Lord's anointed, even when wronged.
3.2 God's Protection and David's Trust
Verses: 1 Samuel 23:14; Psalm 59:1
- God protected David during his trials.
- David's trust in God sustained him.
3.3 David's Integrity
Verses: 1 Samuel 24:10; 1 Samuel 26:11
- David's integrity shone through his trials.
- He refused to take matters into his own hands.
4. David as King
4.1 Establishing the Kingdom
Verses: 2 Samuel 5:6-9; 2 Samuel 6:1-5
- David established Jerusalem as the capital.
- He sought to bring the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem.
4.2 David's Desire to Build a Temple
Verses: 2 Samuel 7:2; 2 Samuel 7:12-13
- David desired to build a temple for the Lord.
- God promised David an everlasting dynasty through his seed.
5. David's Sin and Repentance
5.1 David's Fall
Verses: 2 Samuel 11:2-4; 2 Samuel 11:14-17
- David's sin with Bathsheba and the murder of Uriah.
- Sin has consequences, even for those greatly favored by God.
5.2 David's Repentance and God's Forgiveness
Verses: 2 Samuel 12:13; Psalm 51:1-4
- David's heartfelt repentance after being confronted by Nathan.
- God's forgiveness is available to those who truly repent.