Reference
1 Chronicles 11-12
Sermon outline:
- David becomes the covenant head of all Israel by the Word of God
- David establishes and builds the stronghold of God’s people
- Strength is meant to be used in service to the Lord’s anointed king
- Joy is the result of God establishing David’s throne
Family Discussion questions:
- Whose decision was it that David would become king of Israel?
- What does it mean for Israel to be David’s “bone and flesh”?
- How is that a gorgeous picture of David’s Son Jesus’ relationship with the Church?
- Why was the strength of Jerusalem important for Israel?
- How did the mighty men demonstrate that the messiah’s honour was more important than life?
- How did David show that the lives of his people were precious?
- How David’s Son Jesus show that His people’s lives are precious?
- How is the rich and delicious food and drink a hint of the joy which awaits the people who have David’s Son Jesus as their covenant Head?