David lies with Bathsheba, and she conceives—He then arranges for the death in battle of her husband, Uriah.

The Ammonites are overcome—Israel defeats the Philistines.

The Ammonites insult David’s messengers and plan war against Israel—David defeats the Ammonites and the Syrians.

David’s messengers are abused by the Ammonites—Israel defeats the Ammonites and Syrians.

David seeks to honor the house of Saul—He finds Mephibosheth, the son of Jonathan, to whom he restores all the land of Saul.

David subdues all the adversaries of Israel and reigns in justice over the people.

Nathan first approves David’s building of a house of the Lord, then restrains him—David’s son will build the temple—The triumph of Israel is foretold—David thanks the Lord for His goodness to Israel.

Praise the Lord for His mercy and mighty works—Israel rebelled and did wickedly—Moses mediated between Israel and the Lord—Israel was scattered and slain for worshipping false gods.

Make the Lord’s doings known among all men—Show His covenant with Abraham and His dealings with Israel—Touch not His anointed, and do His prophets no harm—Israel is to observe His statutes and keep His laws.

Sing praises unto the Lord—Declare His name among the nations—Worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness—He comes to judge His people and the world.