David
Who became the king of Israel after Saul and his sons died?
David
What holy object did David want to bring to Jerusalem, his capital city?
Ark of God, ark of the covenant
When the oxen pulling the cart stumbled, why did Uzzah touch the ark?
It started to tip, so he tried to steady it.
Why did the Philistines decide they didn’t want to keep the ark anymore?
God sent trouble and plagues upon them because of the ark.
When David and the people went to get the ark from Kiriath-jearim, how did they move the ark? What did they put it on?
A new cart pulled by oxen
What did the ark of the covenant look like?
Gold-covered box with cherubim (angels) and a mercy seat.
What happened to Uzzah when he touched the ark?
God struck him down. He died
What was the celebration like in Jerusalem when the ark was brought into the city? Name two things.
Sacrifice offerings were made, and there was joyful dancing, shouting, and blowing horns.
How did David and the Israelites move the ark the second time?
The priests/Levites carried it on their shoulders using poles as God had commanded them.
What did the ark represent?
The presence of God
Why was Uzzah punished for touching the ark?
No one was supposed to touch the ark according to God’s commands. God had to punish Uzzah and teach the Israelites to obey his commands and respect his holiness.
What did David decide he wanted to do for the ark of God?
Build a glorious house for it, a temple.
What was so unusual about the way David danced before the Lord the time the ark was brought into Jerusalem?
He took off his royal robes and was dressed only in a linen ephod—the clothes of a common man
Who had captured the ark of God during the time of Eli and Samuel?
The Philistines
Who was the prophet who first told David to do as he pleased, but then came back with a different message from the Lord about building a temple?
Nathan
From Isaiah 9:6, name two of the descriptions Isaiah gave for the child who would be born to save us.
A son, Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace
What promise did God give to David?
The promise of the Messiah, a great King and Savior, who would come from his offspring/descendants.
Where was the ark placed in Jerusalem?
A tent David had pitched for it.
Who did Nathan the prophet say would build the temple?
One of David’s sons.
What two attributes was David assured of that made him confident that God would keep his promises?
Faithful and sovereign.