StoneBridge Community Church
Senior Pastor Jon Saur
The Rise and Fall of King David
Some parts of King David's story are well known - his victory over Goliath, his connection to the Psalms and his anointing as King. But many Christians miss the full arch of David's story. David's story isn't just about victory. It's also a story of tragedy, regret and failed promise. But what David couldn't complete, Jesus ultimately finished.
In this series, we will look at key moments in David's life, both the good and the bad. As we look at David, though, we will also look to Jesus, seeing the ways in which Jesus fulfills the promise David fails.
2 Samuel 19:1-9 NRSV
SERMON OUTLINE:
I. Absalom
II. David's Story Is One of Unfilled Promise
- Anointed King
- Goliath
- Saul
- Secures Throne
- Tries to Build the Temple
- Bathsheeba and Urriah
- Absalom
III. Ancient Israel Tried to Take Control in Their Own Hands
IV. We Try to Take Control
V. Let Go
VI. Jesus is the Fulfillment of Promise
VII. Jesus is King
VIII. Give Jesus Control
NEXT STEPS:
1. Make a list of the things that currently worry you.
2. Circle the items that you actually have control over.
3. Surrender the rest over to God in prayer.
GROWTH GROUP / PERSONAL REFLECTION QUESTIONS
I. How does King David's response to the rebellion of his son, Absalom, in 2 Samuel 19 reflect the tensions between his roles as a father and a king? What can we learn about leadership and responsibility from this episode?
2. Do you think David regretted becoming King? Why or why not?
3. Do you think Israel regretted asking God for a King? Why or why not?
4. In what ways or in what areas of your life do you think human beings try to grab control from God? In what ways do you try and grab control from God?
5. Do you find it easy to surrender control of your life over to God? Why or why not?
6. What are some practical steps you can take to remind yourself that God is truly in control of your life and of the world?
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