Series: The Life of King David
We are spending 12 weeks looking at the life of King David in the book of 1 Samuel and the Psalms. 1 Samuel 16 introduces David, the youngest of the sevens sons of Jesse, whom Samuel anoints and the Holy Spirit fills. He will become king over God’s people and the most celebrated type of his future offspring, the true King! Marvel at God’s sovereign ways and plans.
David’s Last Words Concerning His Dynasty
by David Cato | March 17, 2024The oracle of David, the son of Jesse, the oracle of the man who was raised on high, the anointed of the God of Jacob, the sweet psalmist of Israel: “The Spirit of the Lord speaks by me; his word is on my tongue. The God of Israel has spoken; the Rock of Israel has said to me: When one rules justly over men, ruling in the fear of God, he dawns on them like the morning light, like the sun shining forth on a cloudless morning, like rain that makes grass to sprout from the earth. 2 Samuel 23:1-4
Fallout, Escalation, Exile & Hope
by Johnny Vanderhorst | March 10, 2024God alone provides a way out of the vicious cycle of sin and shame.
Grave Sin, Great Grace
by Daniel Vanderhorst | March 3, 2024King David sins grievously through secret adultery and the covert murder of Bathsheba’s husband, a trusted “mighty man.” But God exposes David through the prophet Nathan, at which David confesses and repents. God “puts away his sin” with utterly undeserved mercy, just as Christ with us.
Kindness of the King
by Johnny Vanderhorst | February 25, 2024David embodies lovingkindness toward Mephibosheth that foreshadows the ultimate King and points the way for those who follow Him.
God’s House
by David Cato | February 18, 2024King David had what he thought was a great idea in his desire to build a house for God. But God had an even better idea—He promised to build David an everlasting house.
Celebrating God
by Mike Bergen | February 11, 2024The subjects in 2 Samuel 6 provide lessons that can be very helpful in our own lives with the Lord Jesus.
Joy in the Wilderness
by Johnny Vanderhorst | February 4, 2024A true perception of God kindles an impassioned pursuit of Him.
Under God’s Mighty Hand
by Blaine Freidline | January 28, 2024Trust in and honor the clear statement of God’s word rather than compromising that word, even when presented with circumstances that appear to be God-given and advantageous.
David, Jonathan, and True Friendship
by Johnny Vanderhorst | January 21, 2024Friendship plays a key role in God's Kingdom. We are meant to seek it and give it.
The True and Better Champion
by David Cato | January 14, 2024The story of David and Goliath from 1 Samuel 17 is probably one of the most well-known—and misapplied—passages in scripture. We all love a good "small guy beats the big guy" story, but that's not primarily what this story is about. It's about how God Himself, the True and Better Champion, defends and delivers His people from death.
Insights from David and His Genealogy
by Mike Bergen | January 7, 2024We learn more about God’s heart from David’s genealogy, and we learn life lessons from the life of David.