David (Ancient-Future Bible Study)

Shepherd and King of Israel

Stephen J. Binz

• Publisher: Brazos Press
• Year: 2011
• eBook ISBN:
  9781441214393
• Print ISBN:
  9781587432804
• Topic: Theology & Religion

Ancient-Future Bible Study incorporates contemporary study of the Bible with an experience of the church's most ancient way of reading Scripture, lectio divina. This time-honored practice consists of five basic movements: biblical study (lectio), reflection (meditatio), prayer (oratio), discernment (contemplatio), and contemplative action (operatio). In six clearly written volumes, bestselling author Stephen Binz helps readers study the Bible in a way that leads to spiritual transformation and brings them closer to God.

Binz leads readers in a vivid study of key biblical characters, including Abraham, Paul, Peter, David, the women of the Torah, and the women of the Gospels. He shows all Christians who desire to have a transforming experience with the inspired Word of God how studying Scripture through lectio divina can enrich their discipleship. This ecumenical Bible study, designed for use by individuals or groups, includes questions for personal reflection and suggested action. Each volume includes leader's notes for guiding a study over the course of six sessions.

Table of contents

• Cover Page
• Title Page
• Copyright
• Endorsements
• Contents
• Acknowledgments
• Welcome to Ancient-Future Bible Study
• Introduction to David: Shepherd and King of Israel
• 1. God’s Anointed Shepherd (1 Samuel 16:1–13)
• 2. Saul’s Music Therapist and Armor-Bearer (1 Samuel 16:14–23)
• 3. Victory Despite Overwhelming Odds (1 Samuel 17:3–11, 32–51)
• 4. David and Saul in Deadly Rivalry (1 Samuel 18:1–16)
• 5. Michal Becomes David’s Wife (1 Samuel 18:17–30)
• 6. Jonathan and Michal Help David (1 Samuel 19:1–17)
• 7. David Spares the Life of Saul (1 Samuel 24:1–22)
• 8. David Mourns for Saul and Jonathan (2 Samuel 1:1–16)
• 9. David’s Rise to Power Continues (2 Samuel 2:1–11)
• 10. Ishbaal, Son of Saul, Is Assassinated (2 Samuel 4:1–12)
• 11. David Conquers Jerusalem and Unites the Kingdom (2 Samuel 5:1–12)
• 12. David Brings the Ark to Jerusalem (2 Samuel 6:1–19)
• 13. God’s Covenant with David (2 Samuel 7:1–17)
• 14. David’s Prayer of Grateful Praise (2 Samuel 7:18–29)
• 15. David Shows Mercy to Mephibosheth (2 Samuel 9:1–13)
• 16. David’s Adultery with Bathsheba (2 Samuel 11:1–13)
• 17. David Arranges Uriah’s Death (2 Samuel 11:14–27)
• 18. Nathan’s Parable Leads David to Repentance (2 Samuel 11:27; 12:1–15)
• 19. Amnon’s Rape of Tamar (2 Samuel 13:1–22)
• 20. David Flees from Jerusalem (2 Samuel 15:13–30)
• 21. David Mourns for His Son Absalom (2 Samuel 18:6–18, 31–33)
• 22. David’s Census of Israel and Judah (2 Samuel 24:1–14)
• 23. David Builds an Altar to the Lord (2 Samuel 24:15–25)
• 24. David Appoints Solomon as His Successor (1 Kings 1:28–40)
• 25. David’s Plans for the Temple (1 Chronicles 28:1–19)
• 26. David Gives Praise and Thanks to God (1 Chronicles 29:10–30)
• 27. A Hymn to David’s Reign (Psalm 89:19–37)
• 28. A Lament over David’s Defeat (Psalm 89:38–51)
• 29. A Song of God’s Everlasting Covenant with David (Psalm 132:1–18)
• 30. A Future King from the Line of David Will Reign (Isaiah 11:1–12)
• Ancient-Future Bible Study for Small Groups
• Suggestions for Participating in the Group
• Group Study in Six Sessions