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The Life and Times of Samuel, Saul, and David

The Life and Times of Samuel, Saul, and David. Lesson #11: David - Waiting on the Lord I Sm. 24:1 - 25:44 “For whatever things were written before were written for our learning, that we through the patience and comfort of the Scriptures might have hope.” (Romans 15:4)

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The Life and Times of Samuel, Saul, and David

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  1. The Life and Times of Samuel, Saul, and David Lesson #11: David - Waiting on the Lord I Sm. 24:1 - 25:44 “For whatever things were written before were written for our learning, that we through the patience and comfort of the Scriptures might have hope.” (Romans 15:4) “Now all these things happened to them as examples, and they were written for our admonition, upon whom the ends of the ages have come.”(I Corinthians 10:11)

  2. Introduction • David was suffering while waiting on the Lord. • David’s designation and appointment as king were at different times. David’s story is rated ID for “Intense Drama.” • David is an example to provide us “patience, comfort and hope” (Ro. 15:4). • We are waiting to reign with the Lord forever! • Main Characters: David, Abigail and Nabal. • Nabal was a foolish man. He was arrogant with a self-sufficient attitude. • Abigail was beautiful and wise. • David was restrained from taking vengeance. David’s vengeance against Nabal is inconsistent with Saul. • God answers our prayers with – Yes, No, or Wait!

  3. Discussion Questions • How did God employ the "call of nature" to save David (I Sm. 24:1-7)? • God delivered Saul via the call of nature – “…Saul went in to attend to his needs” (24:4). • It may have appeared that they were doomed as Saul approached – “David and his men were staying in the recesses of the cave.” (24:4). • Saul was unaware of danger as he went about his business. • David resists peer-pressure to kill Saul – “Then the men of David said to him, “This is the day of which the LORD said to you, ‘Behold, I will deliver your enemy into your hand, that you may do to him as it seems good to you.’” (24:5). • It was no accident that David and Saul were in the same cave.

  4. Discussion Questions • Why was David conscience-stricken over doing "what seemed good" (I Sm. 24:1-7; 26:10)? • David’s attitude and heart – “The LORD forbid that I should do this thing to my master, the LORD’s anointed, to stretch out my hand against him, seeing he is the anointed of the LORD.” (24:6). How do we feel about current/past Presidents? • Actions of vengeance may seem right at the moment, but later our conscience may eat at us. • David faced a non-trivial decision regarding the suggestion to assassinate Saul. It was wrong (26:10). • David restrained his men from executing Saul (24:7). • It was good to be submissive and faithful to Saul (24:9-10). David promoted Saul’s best interests!

  5. Discussion Questions • Lesson to Learn:Submission is the active pursuit of the best interests of another, by the subordination of our own personal interests. (Ph. 2:1-8; Ga. 6:1-5; I Pt. 2:18-25; Ro. 12:3, 16; 10:1-4; Jm. 4:7-10; Mt. 5:3) • We must seek the interests of others like Jesus. • Jesus lovingly & willingly suffered and died for us. • Self-service led to the rejection and death of Jesus (i.e. Scribes, Pharisees). • We are to “bear one another’s burdens.” • Associate with the humble, not the arrogant.

  6. Discussion Questions • What did David say to Saul (I Sm. 24:8-15)? • Addressed Saul with respect by calling him lord and father – “My lord the king!” (24:9) • David prostrates himself in reverence and submission to Saul – “David stooped with his face to the earth, and bowed down.” (24:10) • David challenges Saul charge against him and shows the robe as evidence of what he could have done (24:10-11). • David protected Saul from David’s men. • David is not wicked per the proverb – “Wickedness proceeds from the wicked.” (24:13). • Saul is imaging David as an enemy. • David relies on God’s judgment and justice – “Let the LORD be judge, and judge between you and me.” (24:15)

  7. Discussion Questions • Lesson To Learn:Principles of sovereignty, suffering and servant hood govern spiritual leadership. (Ro. 12:17-21; 13:1-7; Mt. 4:1-11; Lk. 4:13; Ps. 7:; Mt. 5:44; I Pt. 2:11-22; 4:12-19) • God’s sovereignty is shown in using His control over nature/natural things for His purpose. He is our judge! (Ro. 12:19; 13:1-7) • Our suffering changes and prepares us to be stronger. Overcoming temptation and adversity gives us experience and brings glory to God. It is unavoidable! • We are a servant of others, even our enemies. We must submit to physical and spiritual pains, not as an evil doer. • We make decisions based on these principles.

  8. Discussion Questions • What request did Saul make and how did he express his "repentance" (I Sm. 24:16-22)? • Saul addresses David – “Is this your voice, my son David?” (24:16) • Saul acknowledges the Lord’s deliverance and David’s kingdom – “I know indeed that you shall surely be king” (24:20) • David is right and He is evil (24:17-19). • Saul “repented” before but it did not last (19:1-7). “Watch from a distance.”

  9. Discussion Questions • Name the losses of David (I Sm. 25:1, 44; 19:18-24; 23:16-18; 22:3). What do you think David may be feeling at this point in his life? • Samuel, Jonathan’s last visit, Michal was given to another man, parents in Moab, family rejection, 600 men not feeling the same way toward Saul, on the run for doing right, and not ruling even though designated as the king. • He must have been feeling lonely. • Eventually, Michal will be reunited (II Sm. 3:13-16).

  10. Discussion Questions • What did David do for Nabal? How did Nabal respond to the request of David? (I Sm. 25:2-13) What was the Old Testament law (Dt. 14:28-29; 26:10-13; Neh. 8:10-12)? • David protected Nabal and contributed to his well-being and health, and in turn David wanted a gift of food for his men. David went above and beyond. • Nabal refused and was unmoved at a time of celebration (25:10-11). • The Law: Tithe 1/10th for stranger, fatherless, widow. Portions given to those who have nothing (Neh.) – God’s welfare system.

  11. Discussion Questions • What does Nabal know of David (I Sm. 25:9-13)? Describe his attitude and character? • Nabal knew David was the son of Jesse, servant of Saul, and “broke away from his master.” • Nabal was: severe, cruel and obstinate (25:3), arrogant, hard-hearted, rough, stiff and stubborn (25:11). • Nabal was selfish, mean and would not share his riches. He was wealthy. • Nabal was a Calebite from Judah like David. • Nabal means fool!

  12. Discussion Questions • Lesson to Learn:Subjects of arrogance and self-sufficiency will be destroyed. (Jm. 4:6; I Pt. 5:5-9; Pr. 25:27; 30:21-23; 13:10; 28:25; 21:24; 14:3; 11:2; 16:18; 17:19; 18:12; 29:23; 6:17; 16:5,8; 15:25; 8:3; Ac. 12:23; I Co. 10:12; Da. 4:30-37; Ro. 1:30) • Prosperity comes from God. • “God resists the proud and gives grace to the humble.” • Herod did not give God glory and died. • We are fools when we do not listen and obey God. • “Take heed lest you fall.” • Wisdom can be gained from the Proverbs.

  13. Discussion Questions • What was David's attitude and intended actions (I Sm. 25:13, 21-22, 30-31)? How did he respond to Abigail's message (I Sm. 25:32-35)? • David loses his cool and intends on killing Nabal and his males. Why? “he [Nabal] has repaid me evil for good.” (25:21-22) • David did not expect Nabal’s reaction of insult, evil for his good, Nabal’s own standard. It is expected to return good for good. – • A double-standard – David’s reaction to Saul versus Nabal (24:17-18). Nabal was not a superior so he was treated differently. • David knows Abigail is right and in alignment with God. • Abigail was a godsend and kept David from doing wrong (25:31-35).

  14. Discussion Questions • Lesson To Learn:Don't live for the moment, but for eternity. The triumphs of the past are no guarantee of victory in the future. (I Pt. 2:11-12; 4:12-14; Hb. 11:; Ge. 20:13; Ac. 11:18-19) • Don’t rest on your own laurels (I Co. 10:12-13). • Don’t over react like evil doers. Don’t give an occasion for someone to accuse you of wrong. • Remember the hero’s of faith (i.e. Abraham) learned to trust in God’s promises. • The gospel is for all and we must preach the gospel to both Jews and Gentiles. • God accepts all who are willing to love, trust and obey Him!

  15. Discussion Questions • How did Abigail find out about David's plans (I Sm. 25:14-17)? How did she respond to the reaction of David (I Sm. 25:18-35)? Describe her character. • A young man revealed David’s works and plans. She gathered the facts! • She is submissive to David – “my lord, your maid servant.” • She petitions David and acknowledges that Nabal, her husband, is a fool (25:17). • Don’t kill him and don’t take vengeance. Accept the gift, remember the prophecy, Nabal did wrong not the other males (innocent blood), deal with Nabal as Saul. • Abigail acts without Nabal’s approval. She gathers food (5 sheep, 2 jugs, 200 loaves, grains, figs, raisins) to be used in celebration. • Abigail is beautiful and judicious (25:3).

  16. Discussion Questions • Lesson To Learn:God sends us warnings and messages through people, nature and His words. (Hb. 2:1-4; 3:12; Ac. 20:29-31; Nu. 22:22-35; II Pt. 3:1-13; Ac. 11:27-30; Ge. 6:1-13) • People warn us of our sins and judgment. • Wise words calm a hot-head when presented with a humble attitude. Humility is critical in correcting others. • Nature warns us of judgment (i.e. seasons). • God warns us about sin and judgment through His words (i.e. flood/2nd coming). • Don’t “drift away” or “neglect salvation.” • Is anyone listening?

  17. Discussion Questions – Final Thoughts • What happened to Nabal (I Sm. 25:26-38)? What happened to Abigail (I Sm. 25:39-44)? • Nabal was a fool, and so close to death. • He is feasting like a king (drunk). • Abigail reveals the truth when he is sober. • He become like a stone (i.e. heart-attack?). • He dies 10 days later (The lord struck him). • Abigail is taken as the wife of David along with Abinoam.

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