Ark Matters
What special object did David want to bring to Jerusalem?
The ark of the covenant
Which of David’s sons killed one of his brothers and tried to take David’s throne?
What kind of book is the book of Psalms?
Poetry
Name a furnishing in the temple
Ark of the covenant, altar of incense, golden lamp stands, tables for showbread, altar, bronze sea
After Saul’s death, which tribe made David their king?
Judah
When the ark came safely to Jerusalem, what did David want to build for it?
A temple
Where did the battle between Absalom and David’s men take place?
Which kind of psalm is good for worshipping God through music, prayer, and song?
Psalm of praise
Who gave Solomon instructions for building the temple and collected some of the materials he needed?
His father, David
When David was finally made king of all Israel, what city did he choose for his capital?
Jerusalem
What happened when Utah touched the ark to keep it from tipping on the cart?
He was killed
What did Absalom look like?
He was handsome with long hair
Which kind of psalm is a cry to God for help or asks God why bad things have happened?
Psalm of lament
What piece of furniture that represents God’s presence was put in the Most Holy Place in the temple?
Ark of the covenant
What did God tell David about who would build the temple?
David would not build it, but one of his sons would
What was the correct way God told the people to carry the ark?
Carry the ark using long poles
How did David and Absalom respond differently when they sinned?
David repented and Absalom didn’t
Which kind of psalm helps us remember to be grateful for the things God has done for us?
Psalm of thanksgiving
How was the temple different from the tabernacle?
The temple was a permanent building, not a structure that could be moved
What was the name of the married woman David took for himself?
Bathsheba
How did the Israelites try to move the ark the first time?
On a cart pulled by oxen
What happened to Absalom in the battle against David’s men?
He got caught in a tree and was killed by David’s commander and his men
Name 2 people who wrote a psalm
David, Solomon, Herman, Ethan, Asaph, Sons of Korah, Moses
How did God show he was pleased with the temple?
His glory came in a cloud and filled the temple
What special promise did God give David about one of his descendants?
Jesus, the Messiah, would come from his family. Jesus would be king of kings forever.