Preparing For The Kingdom
Conclusion of series - King David was the OT model of King Jesus.
Although David’s grief was complicated by guilt (e.g. 2 Sam 12:10) God helped him recover.
God Convicts v.1-6 (John 16:8) - God Chastises v.7-12 (Deut 8:5) God Cleanses v.13-25 (Psalm 51:1-2,7) - God Crowns v. 26-31 (1 Peter 5:4; Rev 19:12)
David’s temptation, moral failure (adultery and murder), broken heart, and painful consequences. God takes away our guilt but the consequences remain (Gal. 6:7-8)
Eli was passive, Samuel was absent & David was paralyzed by guilt. Eli's children were evil, Samuel's children did not walk in his ways and some of David's create havoc and bloodshed. Three fathers that illustrate the vital role and influence and need for godly fathers.
The principles that guided David in his dealings with Saul shows us how to handle our worst enemy.
David’s angry words (self-talk) inflamed his anger. Abigail’s wise words calmed him, kept him from sin, and strengthened his faith. Do not take revenge. Leave room for God's wrath.