David: Stranger and Sojourner
Classes
Class 1: Through much tribulation
The class explores David's life as a fugitive, emphasizing the spiritual growth and trials he faced during his time fleeing from Saul and later from Absalom. It draws parallels between David's experiences and the concept of enduring tribulation to enter the kingdom of God, highlighting the importance of humility and faith.
Passages: Acts 14:22, 1 Peter 2:9-10, Deuteronomy 8:2-3, Leviticus 25:22-23, 1 Samuel 18:18, 1 Chronicles 29:10-14
Class 2: There is a friend closer than a brother
The class explores David's life as a fugitive from Saul, emphasizing the importance of fleeing from wrong influences and maintaining faith in God's providential deliverance. It highlights David's reliance on God and the support of loyal friends like Jonathan, stressing the value of cultivating close bonds within the ecclesia.
Passages: 1 Samuel 19:10-18, 1 Samuel 20:1, 1 Samuel 23:14-17, 1 Corinthians 10:12-14
Class 3: Persecuted for righteousness sake
The class explores David's experiences as a fugitive, emphasizing the importance of fellowship and friendship within the ecclesia during times of trial. It highlights David's relationships with figures like Jonathan and Ittai the Gittite, and draws parallels to the importance of cultivating strong bonds within the community.
Passages: 1 Samuel 19:1-24, 1 Samuel 21:1-15, 1 Samuel 22:1-23, Psalm 52, Psalm 140, Psalm 56
Class 4: Before I was afflicted I went astray
The class covers David's experiences in the cave of Adullam and his growing support from various groups, emphasizing the importance of faith, perseverance, and prayer in difficult times. It draws parallels between David's journey and Jesus' call to those in distress, highlighting the need for believers to place their trust in God.
Passages: 1 Samuel 22:1-2, 1 Samuel 22:5, 1 Samuel 23:13, Matthew 11:28-30, Deuteronomy 32:1-18
Class 5: Mans foes will be those of his household
The class covers David's mercy towards Saul despite his long persecution, emphasizing the importance of showing mercy and deferring to divine providence. It also discusses David's depression and his eventual return to faithfulness, highlighting the encouragement found in God's support and the parallels with Jacob's experiences.
Passages: 1 Samuel 26:1-16, 1 Samuel 27:1, Genesis 32:27-30
Class 6: A man after Gods own heart
The class explores David's journey through trials and suffering, focusing on his growth in faith and resignation to God's will. It highlights David's character development as he faces Absalom's revolt and his reflections on God's presence and guidance.
Passages: 2 Samuel 15:14, 2 Samuel 16:9-12, 2 Samuel 17:1-3, Psalm 3, Psalm 4, Psalm 63