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What does the history of Israel’s kings have to do with the Christian life today? You might be surprised! The Old Testament books of 1 and 2 Samuel trace the development of Israel’s monarchy from its establishment under the prophet Samuel through the reigns of the nation’s first kings, Saul and David. Yet as memorable as these stories may be, an even greater story lies at their heart: that of the true King, “great David’s greater Son,” who would one day come to establish His throne and rule in our hearts forever.
In volume five of this series, Alistair Begg looks at the start of David’s earthly reign. After mourning Saul and Jonathan’s deaths, David ascended to his throne, extending love to his enemies and promising faithfulness in return—while his men often did the opposite. Yet even after he established Zion, defeated the Philistines, and returned the ark to Jerusalem, the cracks in his dynasty would soon begin to show.
“Two Days in Ziklag”
2 Samuel 1:1–16 Sermon • Includes Transcript • 36:38 • ID: 3452
A Grave Miscalculation
2 Samuel 1:1–15 Sermon • Includes Transcript • 39:10 • ID: 3453
“How the Mighty Have Fallen”
2 Samuel 1:17–21 Sermon • Includes Transcript • 40:37 • ID: 3454
Love, Loss, Lamentation
2 Samuel 1:22–27 Sermon • Includes Transcript • 43:16 • ID: 3455
David Anointed and Opposed — Part One
2 Samuel 2:1–11 Sermon • Includes Transcript • 41:04 • ID: 3456
David Anointed and Opposed — Part Two
2 Samuel 2:12–32 Sermon • Includes Transcript • 44:44 • ID: 3457
Abner, the Kingmaker — Part One
2 Samuel 3:1–11 Sermon • Includes Transcript • 41:32 • ID: 3458
Abner, the Kingmaker — Part Two
2 Samuel 3:12–21 Sermon • Includes Transcript • 37:55 • ID: 3459
Murder and Mourning — Part One
2 Samuel 3:26–39 Sermon • Includes Transcript • 41:42 • ID: 3460
Murder and Mourning — Part Two
2 Samuel 3:28–39 Sermon • Includes Transcript • 27:31 • ID: 3461
Last Man Standing — Part One
2 Samuel 4:1–12 Sermon • Includes Transcript • 42:35 • ID: 3462
Last Man Standing — Part Two
2 Samuel 4:1–12 Sermon • Includes Transcript • 45:39 • ID: 3463
From Shepherd Boy to Shepherd King
2 Samuel 5:1–5 Sermon • Includes Transcript • 43:20 • ID: 3466
Once in Royal David’s City
2 Samuel 5:6–16 Sermon • Includes Transcript • 48:15 • ID: 3467
The Lord, Mighty in Battle
2 Samuel 5:17–25 Sermon • Includes Transcript • 44:56 • ID: 3468
