Series:   I & II Samuel for Beginners
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The Rise of King David

In this lesson Mike will trace David's rise to the highpoint of his reign over Israel and his relationship with God as a man after His own heart.
Sources

The material created for II Samuel chapters 1-10 is based on the following key sources:

1. The Bible (Primary Source)

  • English Standard Version (ESV)
  • New International Version (NIV)
  • New King James Version (NKJV)

These translations provide the foundational biblical narrative of II Samuel 1-10, focusing on the events of David's reign, including his lament for Saul and Jonathan, his rise to power, and his military victories.

2. Biblical Commentaries and Expository Resources

  • Matthew Henry's Commentary on the Whole Bible: This resource offers detailed theological exposition and moral lessons from the events of 2 Samuel. It explores David's responses to Saul's death, his leadership qualities, and the significance of the Ark of the Covenant in his reign.
  • The New Bible Commentary (Editors: D.A. Carson, R.T. France, J.A. Motyer, and Gordon Wenham): This scholarly resource provides insights into the historical and cultural context of David's reign, as well as theological reflections on David's successes and failures.
  • Keil and Delitzsch Commentary on the Old Testament: Known for its detailed examination of the historical and linguistic aspects of the Old Testament, this commentary provides deep analysis of the key events in David's early reign, including the return of the Ark and David's covenant with God.

3. Biblical Background and Theological Resources

  • "The IVP Bible Background Commentary: Old Testament" by John H. Walton, Victor H. Matthews, and Mark W. Chavalas: This resource provides cultural, political, and historical background, especially useful for understanding the importance of David's military victories, the unification of Israel, and his desire to build a temple for the Lord in 2 Samuel 7.
  • "An Introduction to the Old Testament" by Tremper Longman III and Raymond B. Dillard: Offers theological and historical perspectives on David's rise to power, the Davidic covenant, and the significance of his reign in the broader context of Israel's history.

4. Theological Reflections and Leadership Lessons

  • "The Life of David" by F.B. Meyer: This resource provides practical and spiritual reflections on the life of David, including his leadership qualities, personal struggles, and his heart for worship, as seen in his desire to bring the Ark to Jerusalem and build a house for God.
  • "The Making of a Leader" by Robert Clinton: This book discusses leadership principles in the Bible, often using David as an example of how God shapes a leader through both successes and failures.

5. Pastoral and Practical Leadership Insights

  • "Spiritual Leadership" by J. Oswald Sanders: This resource gives insights into the spiritual qualities of leadership, using David's humility and patience as an example for contemporary Christian leaders.

These resources, alongside the direct reading of II Samuel 1–10, form the foundation for the summaries and reflections on David's early reign, his leadership qualities, and the covenantal relationship he establishes with God.

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