Intro
Welcome to Daily Treasures from the Word of God. Today’s reading is Second Samuel 1 through 5. Our lesson is from Second Samuel 5:10, “And he became more and more powerful, because the LORD of hosts was with him.” (NASU)
Lesson
Today’s text is a fulfillment of the Lord’s promise to David when Samuel anointed him to be king and the Lord rejected Saul. It also demonstrates the unification of his kingdom from the tribe of Judah to the entire nation of Israel. In the previous verses we notice how David conquered the Jebusites in order to unite the nation. Let’s study three truths about David.
First, David lived in Jerusalem. Jerusalem throughout Scripture is God’s city where His presence lives. Jerusalem is also known as the city of David. It is because he had conquered it and made it the capital of his kingdom.
Second, David became more and more powerful. At times leaders forget who the source of their authority is. David did not lead a perfect life and we are very much aware of his shortfalls. However, one of the things throughout his life is his reliance on God and knowing that the Lord was the basis of his power. David is famous for being known as a man after God’s own heart.
There were a number of trials and tribulations in the life of David. Saul tried to kill him because he was jealous. David was an outcast from his own people for a while. Yet, he trusted the Lord and David’s influence and territory were expanded.
Last, David was with the God of hosts. Our text states the Lord was with David. It is important to realize David’s dependence on the Lord’s presence. David’s life is an enigma at times. When you read the psalms, it is amazing to see his transparency before the Lord. David is not ashamed to cry out to the Lord and let Him know how desperate and hurt he feels. David takes the reader through an array of emotions from total desperation and need to great joy.
In addition, David was a great worshipper of the Lord. He was a musician who knew how to be in God’s presence. David also knew how to take others into the presence of God. What a great example of someone who valued God’s presence!
In conclusion, David lived in Jerusalem. David became more and more powerful. And David was with the God of hosts.
Take a moment to reflect on David to learn how to trust in the Lord. Invite the presence of the Holy Spirit to help you grow and mature in the Lord so that His plans and promises for you will come true. This can be done as an act of worship and submission to God’s perfect will for you and your ministry.
End
It has been a pleasure to share with you Daily Treasures from the Word of God. Tomorrow’s Bible reading is Second Samuel 6 through 10. Let’s not forget the words of the psalmist, “The law of Your mouth is better to me than thousands of gold and silver pieces.” Until tomorrow and may God bless you in abundance as you study the Word of God.1
1 Venditti, L., & Venditti, N. (2012). Daily Treasures from the Word of God. Logos Bible Software.
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