A. GOD’S ETERNAL COVENANT WITH DAVID: 2 SAMUEL 7:1-29
1. Thinking of building a Temple (house for God). “David sat in his house … but the Ark of God dwells in tent curtains” (2 Samuel 7:1-2).
2. David’s house will be spiritual influence. “When your days are finished … your seed after you … his kingdom forever” (vv. 12-13).
3. Response. “King David sat before the Lord, and said … the word which you have spoken … establish it forever” (v. 25).
B. PERMANENT LOCATION FOR TEMPLE: 2 SAMUEL 24:18-25
1. Temple site. “An altar on the threshing floor of Araunah” (v. 18).
2. David bought. “I will buy it … I will not offer burnt offerings to the Lord my God with that which cost me nothing” (v. 24).
C. PUT SOLOMON ON THE THRONE
1. David’s son, “Adonijah exalted himself” (1 Kings 1:5). Gathered support … Joab … Abiathar the priest … had 50 men run before him … banquet to announce he was king (1 Kings 9:5-10).
2. David instructed Bathsheba, Nathan the prophet and Benaiah one of his mighty men, to do an official inauguration:
a. Ride on my mule (1:37).
b. Anointed at Gehon by Zadak the priest.
c. Sit on my throne (v. 35).
d. Blow horn to publicly announce (v. 34).
e. Use official announcement, long live King Solomon (v. 34).
3. Told Adonijah at his banquet, “David has made Solomon king” (v. 43).
D. DAVID GATHERS BUILDING MATERIALS FOR TEMPLE
1. Not built by David. “The word of the Lord … you have shed much blood … made great wars ... you shall not build a house for My name” (1 Chronicles 22:8).
2. David gathers supplies. “40,000 tons of gold, 40,000 tons of silver, and so much iron and bronze that it cannot be weighed, timber and stones for the walls” (1 Chronicles 22:14, NLT).
3. David gathers support. “David ordered all the leaders … assist Solomon” (22:17).
4. Vision casting. “Build the sanctuary … bring the Ark of the Lord’s Covenant … into the Temple” ( 22:19, NLT).
E. TEN WAYS TO EXTEND YOUR FAITHFULNESS AFTER YOU ARE GONE
1. Plan to put God at center of everything. David planned to honor the Lord’s name” (1 Chronicles 22:19).
2. Cast positive vision. “The Temple … must be a magnificent structure, famous and glorious” (22:5).
3. Rally support because of need. “I am living in a beautiful palace, but the Ark of God is out there in a tent” (2 Samuel 7:2).
4. Task your loved ones to a great task. “David … instructed (Solomon) to honor the name of the LORD:
a. God is with you (v. 11).
b. Pray for wisdom, (v. 12).
c. Remind to obey God (13).
d. Do not be afraid or lose heart (v. 15).
5. Leave directions and expectations for future success. “David gave Solomon the plans – David gave instruction how much gold should be used … vast list of items (1 Chronicles 28:11-21).
6. Get broad support. “David summoned help from all the leaders."
7. Organize support. “David divided … into divisions” (23:6).
8. Explain biblical rational for task. “This is what the Lord declares … I have always … lived in a tent and a Tabernacle as My dwelling place” (2 Samuel 7:5-6, NLT).
9. Pray for God’s continual blessing. “Bless the house of your servant that I may continue” (2 Samuel 7:24).
10. Ask others to follow your example. “David challenged, ‘Now then who will follow my example?’” (1 Chronicles 29:5, NLT).
If you have never really accepted Jesus as your personal Savior, would you do it right now? Do not delay or put it off. If you would like to receive Christ by faith, pray this simple prayer in your heart:
Dear Lord, I acknowledge that I am a sinner. I believe Jesus died for my sins on the cross, and rose again the third day. I repent of my sins. By faith I receive the Lord Jesus as my Savior. You promised to save me, and I believe You, because You are God and cannot lie. I believe right now that the Lord Jesus is my personal Savior, and that all my sins are forgiven through His precious blood. I thank You, dear Lord, for saving me. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
If you prayed that prayer, God heard you and saved you. I personally want to welcome you to the family of God and rejoice with you.
Dr. Towns’ email is eltowns@liberty.edu.
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