1) Search 2 Samuel 1-10 and make a list of King David’s accomplishments.
Answer:
1) He slays the Amalekite who claims to have killed Saul.
2) David is anointed king over the house of Judah.
3) He slays two of Saul's captains who killed Ishbosheth (a righteous person).
4) All of Israel anoints David to be king and he conquers the Philistines.
5) David takes the ark to the city of David.
6) David defeats and subjects many nations because the Lord is with him very strongly.
7) He wanted to honor the house of Saul.
2) Read 1 Chronicles 22:7-8 and the Institute Student Manual commentary for
2 Samuel 7:1-17, “Why Was David Not Allowed to Build the Temple?” (pgs.
289-90). Write your explanation of why the Lord did not want David to
build a temple.
Answer:
David was not allowed to build a temple because of so much war, violence, and bloodshed was presented in the sight of the Lord. The temple is a very sacred building and all of the war and bloodshed probably lessened the spirit within David thus the Lord knew it was not the right time to build a temple.
3) Read 2 Samuel 7:12-17 and write one or two sentences describing how you
would feel if you were in a situation similar to David’s. Write one or
two sentences describing how 2 Samuel 7:16 is a Messianic prophecy. Then
read 2 Samuel 7:18-29 and summarize David’s response to the Lord’s
message to him.
Answer:
I would most likely feel confused and baffled because building a temple is a righteous act to do. 2 Samuel 7:16 is a Messianic prophecy because it tells about the Lord's kingdom will be established forever. David's response is very respectful and dignified. He obeys what the Lord commands him not to build a temple and is very patient and listens with a broken and contrite heart. David is very humble unto Heavenly Father.
Tuesday, July 9, 2013
Tuesday, July 2, 2013
1 Samuel 9-10. Saul Anointed King in Israel
1. Read 1 Samuel 9-10 and list the qualities of Saul that made him a good choice to be king.
Answer:
1) Saul went to Samuel who was the Prophet then asked him for his help in finding his father’s donkeys.
2) Saul often referred to Samuel for direction and counsel on what would be best to do.
3) He was a wise leader and who showed wisdom and knowledge when he was communicating with people that were against him.
4) Saul was a strong, courageous, and mighty leader to the Israelites.
5) He gave honor to the Lord by thanking Him and praising Him after the victories.
6) Saul was a goodly, humble, and a great young man who was chosen by Heavenly Father.
2. Read Articles of Faith 1:5 and briefly explain in writing how the calling of Saul to be king in Israel follows the same pattern of choosing leaders in the Church today.
Answer: Article of Faith #5: We believe that a man must be called of God, by prophecy, and by the laying on of hands by those who are in authority, to preach the Gospel and administer in the ordinances thereof.
I know in present times that we use these same principles in choosing our prophets and other church leaders. Saul was a righteous man, who was called and chosen to be the king of the Israelites by Heavenly Father. I also believe and know that the men that were chosen and called by God to be our leaders utilize the Holy Ghost to know who else is to be chosen and called in other important positions of the LDS church.
Answer:
1) Saul went to Samuel who was the Prophet then asked him for his help in finding his father’s donkeys.
2) Saul often referred to Samuel for direction and counsel on what would be best to do.
3) He was a wise leader and who showed wisdom and knowledge when he was communicating with people that were against him.
4) Saul was a strong, courageous, and mighty leader to the Israelites.
5) He gave honor to the Lord by thanking Him and praising Him after the victories.
6) Saul was a goodly, humble, and a great young man who was chosen by Heavenly Father.
2. Read Articles of Faith 1:5 and briefly explain in writing how the calling of Saul to be king in Israel follows the same pattern of choosing leaders in the Church today.
Answer: Article of Faith #5: We believe that a man must be called of God, by prophecy, and by the laying on of hands by those who are in authority, to preach the Gospel and administer in the ordinances thereof.
I know in present times that we use these same principles in choosing our prophets and other church leaders. Saul was a righteous man, who was called and chosen to be the king of the Israelites by Heavenly Father. I also believe and know that the men that were chosen and called by God to be our leaders utilize the Holy Ghost to know who else is to be chosen and called in other important positions of the LDS church.
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