Life Of David

The class discusses David's background and early life, emphasizing his passion for God and the importance of having a heart after God's own heart. It highlights David's example of perseverance and faith in overcoming personal and ecclesial problems.

Passages: Acts 13:22, 2 Samuel 6:14, Psalm 78:70, Hebrews 2:6

The class explores David and Jonathan's friendship, emphasizing the importance of genuine friendship and prayer during difficult times. It highlights how David relied on God and his friends to persevere through his 10-year period of hardship.

Passages: 1 Samuel 18:1, 2 Samuel 1:1-41, 1 Samuel 23:13-16

The class explores David's wilderness years, focusing on his struggles and his reliance on God. It highlights David's moments of weakness, such as when he takes Goliath's sword instead of trusting God, and his eventual repentance and perseverance.

Passages: 1 Samuel 21:8, 1 Samuel 22:1, 1 Samuel 24:3, 1 Samuel 26:7, Psalm 142, Psalm 18:28

The class discusses David's actions in bringing the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem, emphasizing his humility and devotion to God. It highlights David's desire for the people to see God as their true king and to have a personal relationship with Him.

Passages: 2 Samuel 6:1-19, 1 Chronicles 13:1-14, Psalm 30

The class focuses on David's sin with Bathsheba and his path to forgiveness, emphasizing the steps to repentance and the power of God's forgiveness. It highlights the consequences of sin and the importance of a broken and contrite spirit in seeking divine forgiveness.

Passages: 2 Samuel 11:5, Psalm 32

The class examines David's relationship with his son Absalom, highlighting how David's past sins affected his family and his response through prayer and loyal friends. It draws parallels between David's suffering and Jesus Christ's trials, emphasizing the importance of faith and support during adversity.

Passages: 2 Samuel 12:10-11, 2 Samuel 13:21-37, 2 Samuel 15:1-34, Psalm 41:9

The class focuses on the final days of King David's life, emphasizing his preparation for the kingdom and his efforts to ensure Solomon's successful reign. It highlights David's dedication to building the temple and passing on his passion for God to the next generation.

Passages: 1 Kings 1:1, 1 Kings 2:1, 1 Chronicles 22, 1 Chronicles 29:22