King David Research Paper

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Bible 10 Gabriella Ader, P. So Naomi Chin, & 12-2-14 Kirsten Goeas

David as a Type and Shadow of the Christ-Figure

Introduction David is well known in the Bible for these three things: 1) being a shepherd boy, 2) defeating Goliath, and 3) becoming the anointed king over all of Israel. Depending on how much you look into the Bible and pay attention to the details, you may or may not notice how often David displays a Christ-like character and foreshadows Jesus’ coming to the earth to save His people. 1 Samuel talks about David, who he is, and how he grows to become someone great that the Israelites look up to for authority and leadership. In this paper, we will comparing and identifying the characteristics and
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God specifically points out to Samuel that this king will not appear as an “ideal king” according to man, but to God, He sees the heart and how internally he is like a king. Jesse sends in all of his sons except David. All of them appear to be like brave warriors or mighty soldiers that fit the physical description of a “king.” Samuel passes by each and every son, refusing them because the Lord has not chosen any of them. All there is left is the youngest: David the shepherd boy. The Lord immediately tells Samuel that David is the one whom shall be the anointed king over Israel. David is anointed with oil in the presence of his family and the Spirit of the Lord was with him from that day …show more content…
And Saul got up from the cave and went on his way.” David went on to say that he has no evil or rebellion in his hand but doesn’t know why Saul still tries to take his life. 1 Samuel 24:12 it says “Let the Lord judge between you and me, and let the Lord avenge me on you. But my hand shall not be against you.” As Christians we must remember to not be overcome with evil, but overcome evil with