Spring 2013
Lesson 6: God’s Covenant with David and David’s Prayer
2 Samuel 7; 1 Chronicles 17
Introduction:This lesson coversDavid’s desire to build a dwelling place for God andGod’s blessingon David. This account also records the establishment of the Davidic Covenant—God’s promises to David and his descendants. It is important to note that God’s promises have both a short-term fulfillment through David and his son, Solomon, and an eternal fulfillment through the Son of David, Jesus Christ.
Day One: Read 2 Samuel 7 and 1 Chronicles 17;God’s Covenant with David
1.From last week’s lesson or lecture, what impressedyou about David’s character?
2.According to 2 Samuel 7:1–2, what was David experiencing for the first time?What occupiedhis mind and heart?
3.Briefly compare God’s promises to Abraham in Genesis 15 with His promises to David.
4.From verses 8–16, list several promises in God’s covenant with David and choose one that might have provided special comfort to Israel.
a.What doesGodreveal about Himself as He speaks of what He has or will accomplish for David and Israelin verses 5–16?
Day Two: Read 2 Samuel 7:18–29; and 1 Chronicles 17:16–27; David’s Response
1.What was David’s response to God’s revelation of His purposes and promises?
a.Describe some specific attributes of God and characteristics of Davidrevealed in this prayer.
2.According to 1 Samuel 7:21–23, what did David say God’s purposewas in giving these promises?
3.How does David describe himself in 2 Samuel 7:19–29, and why is that significant?
a.How are believers described in Matthew 20:25–28 and Romans 6:17–18?
b.How can you follow David’s example of humilityand how can Scripture help? Be specific.
Day Three:Read 2 Samuel 7:12–16 andselected Scripture; The Davidic Covenant and the Messiah
1.According to 1 Kings 2:12 and Luke 1:32–33, who fulfilledthese promises God gave to David?
2.Briefly describe how Genesis 3:15, 22:18, and 49:10 relate to the Davidic covenant.
3.How do the following propheciesdeepenyour understanding of God’s covenant with David?
a.Isaiah 9:6–7
b.Jeremiah 23:5–6
c.Ezekiel 37:24
d.Hosea 3:5
e.Amos 9:11
f.Zechariah 12:7–8
Day Four:Read Psalm 22 and selected Scriptures;The Davidic Covenant and the Psalms
Note:Psalm 22, written by David, is referred to 15 times in the New Testament and is a helpful adjunct to this week’s lesson. Remember that many times in the Psalms the promises have an immediate application while also representing a greater fulfillment in Jesus.
1.How do the following versesconnect with Psalm 22? Be specific.
a.John 19:24
b.Matthew 27:39, 43
c.Matthew 27:46
d.John 19:28
e.Hebrews 2:12
2. What event is described in Psalm 22:6–18?
3. How do Acts 4:23–31 and 13:26–39deepen your understanding ofPsalm 2?
4.Read Psalm 110:1–7. List three specific roles of the Messiah described in this Psalm.
a.How do you think the description of the Lord’s victories in Psalm 110 correspond to 2 Samuel 7?
b.Psalm 110 is the most quoted passage in the New Testament and the most alluded to in the Old Testament. Why do you think this Psalm so significant?
Day Five:Read the selected Scriptures;The Davidic Covenant and the Future
- ReadMatthew 1:1–17 and Luke 3:23–38. Why do you thinkthegenealogy of Christis included in these gospel accounts? How does this fulfill prophecy about the Messiah?
a.In Matthew 9:27, 12:23, 15:22, and 20:30–31, Jesus is referred to as the “Son of David.” Based on
2 Samuel7and 1 Chronicles 17,what specific promises do you think the Jews of Jesus’ day thought theSon of David wouldfulfill?
b.According toMatthew 21:1–11and Luke 13:34–35, what phrase will describe the “Son of David”when He comes again?
2.Read Revelation 5:1–14, 19:1–21, and 22:16–21. How can these versesbring hope to believers today?
3.How does understanding God’s plan for redemption through the Davidic covenant increase your gratefulness for God’s sovereignty?Take a moment now to thank God for His work in your life.
Tagliere/PetersApril 24, 2013
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