We would do well to remember the “Holiness of the Lord." God is not to be trifled with. We can approach God not because we are worthy but only because our Lord Jesus Christ has paid a costly price.

The Old Testament gives us a picture of the spiritual battle that has raged since the days of the seed of the serpent in Eden. Now that David is king over all Israel, the Philistines waste no time in trying to destroy him and his kingdom.

A lone prophet against the powerful religious dominance of Baalism. It is a story we are likely familiar with. A story where the LORD gives an exhilarating show of his power

Waiting is especially hard when we anticipate a blessing to come our way. David had waited a very long time for the day of his coronation as king of Israel. But now the waiting is over.

David shows himself to be a king who values justice and righteousness, the forerunner of the Lord of righteousness, Jesus Christ.

Peter’s faith is sometime weak, and he often misunderstands Christ’s mission, but Peter knows the Lord, and his tears show a heart that is eager to repent and be restored.

The life and reign of David give us insight into how we should think about God’s Kingdom. Even when it looks unlikely for God’s promises to be fulfilled, God is at work, using His means and His timing to bring them about.