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The Life of David A chapter-by-chapter study guide, as taught by Pastor Robert L. Bolender, at Austin Bible Church, 2000-2003.
- Early Life
- Interaction with Saul
- King of Judah
- King of Israel: The Years of Stability
- King of Israel: The Years of Sorrow
- Legacy
David was born (c. 1040 BC) into an obscure family in the town of Bethlehem, in the Hebrew tribe of Judah. He was the great-grandson of Ruth, and the youngest of eight sons of Jesse. As a child, David’s father appointed him to keep the family sheep; during this time, David evidently developed great skill in music and fighting, since it was his cust...
Saul, king of Israel at that time, was rejected by God because of his disobedience. Saul began to experience spiritual oppression, and his court followers recommended a musician. David entered the court to play music for the tormented king, and quickly became the king’s armor-bearer. David evidently alternated between life at court and life with th...
Even as David was fighting to recover Ziklag, Saul and the Israelites were defeated in a stunning loss at the Battle of Mount Gilboa. Both Saul and Jonathan were killed, and David mourned when he heard the news. The leaders of the southern Israelite tribe of Judah responded by anointing David as their king; he became king of Judah (c. 1010 BC) at t...
With Ishbosheth removed, the leaders of Israel gathered together and anointed David to be king over a united kingdom. David would reign for 33 years over the twelve tribes. He conquered the city of Jerusalem from the non-Hebrew Jebusites, renaming it as the City of David. He rebuilt this city (also known as ‘Zion’), and established a diplomatic rel...
David’s greatest years came to a sudden end when he fell into a scandal. While his army was away, David was relaxing at the palace. He happened to look out over the city of Jerusalem and saw a beautiful woman (Bathsheba) bathing. He brought her into the palace and committed adultery with her. In an attempt to cover his sin, he eventually murdered h...
Despite his flaws, David was known as ‘a man after God’s own heart,’ the most pious of all Hebrew kings, and the standard by which every other Judean king would be measured. The prophecy of a king whose throne would endure forever fueled Messianic hopes among the Jews – hopes which were finally fulfilled in the coming of Jesus, the physical descend...
God’s affection for David was based on His eternal love for His on Jesus. David was lovedS because of the Father’s love for the Son. David’s worth was not found in himself, but outside him in Jesus Christ. Within the confines of the Gospel, God loves us all because of Jesus Christ.
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The David story includes everything from poetry to warfare, from adultery and murder to heartfelt devotion to God. We meet David as a youth and follow him until his death.
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Dec 12, 2018 · David was courageous and strong in battle, trusting in God for protection. He remained loyal to King Saul, despite Saul's crazed pursuit. Throughout his entire life, David loved God deeply and passionately.
- Jack Zavada
From David's own words we have a description of his early life that of a shepherd in the - wilderness, defending his flock from wild predators. There are three virtues we should see:
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Oct 25, 2013 · The life of King David was marked by conversation with God. David asked God for guidance and God spoke to Him. David records specific words from God in his life summary. It seems that, early on in David’s reign, God impressed upon David the benefits of ruling righteously in the fear of God.
