2 Samuel 7:1-29 The House of David
David wants to build a house for God. But in a twist of fate, God is going to build a ‘house’ for David. There is much to learn in this interchange between David, Nathan the prophet, and God.
2 Samuel 5:17-6:23 Bringing the Ark to Jerusalem
Establishing the Kingdom under David poses a threat to the Philistines, so there is war. After defeating the Philistines David brings the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem. An important lesson about protocol is learned.
2 Samuel 4:1-5:16 Israel Consolidated Under David
Ish-bosheth, Saul’s son, is murdered and the Kingdom is consolidated under David. David has to show that this was not done by his command and that he is innocent of the murder. Politics is a complex business, in all times.
2 Samuel 1:1-3:39 David Becomes King
David is advised of Saul’s death, and the process of establishing David as the new King of Judah and Israel begins.
