David Sinned and Was Restored David repented and God forgave him.

David’s Kindness David showed kindness to Jonathan’s son.

God’s Covenant with David God promised that the Messiah would come from David’s family.

David Showed Mercy David showed mercy even though Saul hated him.

David Was AnointedGod chose David to be king instead of Saul.

David’s Psalm David wrote a psalm to praise God.

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Unit 11: Great King David

Session 1:David Was Anointed1 Samuel 16–17Story Point: God chose David to be king instead of Saul.

Session 2: David Showed Mercy1 Samuel 24Story Point: David showed mercy even though Saul hated him.

Session 3:God’s Covenant with David2 Samuel 6–7Story Point: God promised that the Messiah would come from David’s family.

Session 4:David’s Kindness2 Samuel 9Story Point: David showed kindness to Jonathan’s son.

Session 5:David Sinned and Was Restored2 Samuel 11–12; Psalm 51Story Point: David repented and God forgave him.

Session 6:David’s PsalmPsalm 23Story Point: David wrote a psalm to praise God.

Unit Description:Because of Saul’s disobedience, God rejected him as Israel’s first king and chose David to be king. Through David’s family, God brought forth the last King—the Redeemer Jesus Christ. Jesus is the perfect King who brings peace and salvation to the world.

Key Passage: Psalm 145:13

Big Picture Question: How is Jesus the perfect King? Jesus perfectly rules over the universe as the King of kings.

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