God Chose David to Be King
Why did God tell Samuel to go to Bethlehem?
To see Jesse, because God had chosen 1 of his 8 to be the next king of Israel.
In the story of David and Goliath, what two armies were involved?
Israelites and Philistines
When David brought the ark to the Lord in Jerusalem, where did he put it?
In a tent.
How did David sin?
David brought Bathsheba to his house and she was going to have a baby.
Who wrote Psalm 51? What’s it about?
David. Repentance of sin.
Why did Samuel think Eliab, the oldest son, would be the next king?
Because he was tall and handsome.
How tall was Goliath? What did he yell daily at the Israelites?
9’9” - We will fight 1 vs 1. Whoever wins serves the other.
Why was David concerned about the ark being in a tent?
He lived in a palace and thought the ark should be in a better place then him.
How did David try and cover his sin?
Tried to kill Uriah in battle.
After confessing his sin, what was David asking for?
Grace and forgiveness.
What did God tell Samuel about him thinking Eliab would be a good king?
You look at what you can see on the outside, but I see the heart.
Why did David go to the battle field?
Took food to 3 older brothers.
Was God pleased that David wanted to build a temple? Why?
No. God wanted David to be obedient and follow Him in all things.
Did David’s plan work?
Uriah was killed, but David’s plan didn’t work because God knows and sees everything.
What was David’s confession?
That he’d sinned and deserved punishment, because God always what is right.
What did Samuel do to David and then what important thing happened?
Samuel poured oil on David’s head (anointed him), then the Spirit of the Lord was with David.
When David heard Goliath yelling, what did David say? Was he scared?
Who’s this man going against the one true God? I will fight him.
What covenant did God make with David? What descendant fulfilled the covenant?
Promised someone in His family would be king forever. Jesus!
What did Nathan tell David?
Told a story about a lamb and rich man. David was the rich man in the story. David realized the power Hod had given him and that he’d sinned.
Name 2 things David asked from God.
Take away guilt, give him a clean heart, make his spirit strong, don’t send him away, or remove his spirit.
When King Saul became bothered by an evil spirit, who was brought in to help him?
David to play his harp.
What did David say when Goliath mocked him?
You fight with weapons, but I fight in the name of the Lord.
What is the difference between God’s covenant and His promise?
Covenant doesn’t have conditions, God does it.
What price did David pay for his son? Did God forgive him?
His son died. Yes God is faithful to forgive when we repent.
What did David sacrifice during his praise and worship?
Himself, gave God his heart and spirit. Humbleness!