What did the ark represent?
The presence of God
What city did King David choose as his capital city?
Jerusalem
How did the Philistines send the ark back to Israel?
They put it on a cart pulled by milk cows.
Who did God say would build the temple?
One of David's sons
What holy object did David want to bring to Jerusalem?
Ark of God, Ark of covenant
How did David and the Israelites move the ark the second time?
Levites carried it on their shoulders using poles.
Many years later, when David and the people went to get the ark, how did they try to move it? What
did they put it on?
A new cart pulled by oxen.
What promise did God give to David about his descendants? Who would be born into his family?
Jesus. The Messiah. The King of kings.
What did the ark of the covenant look like?
Gold-covered box with cherubim (angels) on top.
Where was the ark placed in Jerusalem?
In a tent David had pitched for it.
Why did Uzzah touch the ark?
He tried to steady it when the oxen pulling the cart stumbled.
What does the word messiah mean?
Anointed (to be king)
Who had captured the ark of God during the time of Samuel?
the Philistines
What did David decide he wanted to do for the ark of God?
Build a glorious temple for it.
What happened to Uzzah when he touched the ark?
He died
How long would this special king reign?
Forever
Why did the Philistines decide they didn’t want to keep the ark anymore?
God sent plagues and fear upon them because of the ark.
What prophet brought God’s message to David?
Nathan
Why was Uzzah punished for touching the ark?
The people weren’t following God’s commands for how to move the ark. Uzzah did not treat the ark of God with fear and respect.
Name one of the five descriptions Isaiah gave for the child who would be born to save us.
Give the first word of each for a hint, if necessary. A son, Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.