Bible guide
2 Samuel
Through the reign of King David, this book shows both God's covenant faithfulness and the grave consequences of sin.
- Written by
- Nathan and Gad (traditional)
- Written
- c. 950 BC
- Chapters
- 24
Historical background
It covers about forty years in which David, after Saul's death, became king over Judah and all Israel. David was a king after God's own heart, yet after the Bathsheba affair he faced great trials in his family and his nation. The Davidic covenant (chapter 7) is at the heart of messianic prophecy.
What to watch for
Meditate on how the Davidic covenant (chapter 7) is fulfilled through Jesus Christ.
Feel the weight of sin through David's repentance after the Bathsheba affair and the consequences that followed.
Learn faith in a crisis from David, who trusted God even amid Absalom's rebellion.
Where this book falls in the reading plan
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