DAVID (PART 3)

David was the second king of Israel (following King Saul). He became very popular sequel to his defeat of Goliath, but also his several early exploits set him at odds with King Saul (1Sam.17:49-51; 18:7-8). David was also gifted in harp playing which helped soothe the madness of King Saul (1Sam.16:23). However, the contention grew between him and the king and eventually David had to flee for his life (1 Sam.19:1; 20:1).
Biblical David had several opportunities to kill Saul but refused (1 Sam.24:3-4). Later, he ensured that the man, who ‘killed’ Saul was executed (2 Sam.1:8-15; 2 Sam.4:10). After Saul's death, David became King of Israel. As King, he greatly extended the borders of Israel.

MAJOR EVENTS IN THE LIFE OF DAVID
1. David is chosen 1 Sam. 16:1,10,13. God chooses leaders for His people even up till now.
2. David plays the harp before Saul. 1 Sam.16:16-23. God’s gift are for His glory and for the edification of His beloved. Evil spirit can replace the Holy Spirit in the life of a careless believer.
3. David and Goliath 1 Sam. 17: 1-11, 26-27, 40-51. Trust in one’s power, no matter how trained and experienced, cannot be compared to trust in God Almighty
4. The enmity of Saul 1 Sam.18:6-16. When people see the gift of God in you, some are bound to become enemies, but you will overcome
5. David in the wilderness 1 Sam.21:10-13; 22:1; 24:1; 25:1; 26:1. When you pass through the wilderness experience, it shows you, among other things, that you are on your way to the throne.
6. David made king 2 Sam.2:1-4; 5:1-5
7. King David 2 Sam. 5:7,9-25; 6:1-2,5,10-17; 2 Sam.7:1-6; 2 Sam.8:1-10,15
8. Bathsheba and Uriah the Hittite 2 Sam. 11:1-6, 14-17. Do not condemn yourself as a result of your past mistakes, if you had been forgiven. God can use it to fulfill a divine purpose.
9. Absalom 2 Sam.3:3; 14:25,30; 15:1-3,6,7,10-14,31; 16:21-22; 2 Sam.17:1; 18:15,17-18. Beauty should not be allowed to lead to pride. Conspiracy against God’s anointed will attract heavy punishment.