Who Is The And Christian Fellowship - 1191 Words

Age range 60 to 80 This bible study group are familiar with bible stories passed on to them from childhood by their parents and schools. They are not committed bible readers. The purpose of the group is for friendship and Christian fellowship. They are also familiar with the story of David that has been passed on to them from childhood and not from the actual biblical text. They recognise David as a hero and a repentant sinner who is loved by God, they are also familiar with the Psalms and are aware that some of the Psalms were written by David. They are also aware of Jesus Christ as the Son of God and the Son of David. Actual Biblical Story The oldest story about David is found in I Samuel 16 which continues through the whole of II†¦show more content†¦God then tells Samuel that he had rejected Eliab because He judges by the heart and not outward appearances. He rejected Jesse’s first six sons. Samuel is then told about David who is tending the flock. David is immediately sent for and God speaks decisively ‘This is the one’ and David is secretly anointed. Interestingly, his good looks and attractiveness are mentioned. The second introduction to David is the news that Saul is being tormented by an evil spirit from God (1 Samuel 16:14-23). At this time, there was not much awareness and understanding of mental illness so the illness is ascribed to God. Saul might have been suffering from depression and psychosis. Saul’s servant mentions music, and David is recommended and enters Saul’s employment. His good looks and attractiveness are also mentioned. The third story of David’s introduction is the most famous (1 Samuel 17). The Israelites are being challenged to a single combat by Goliath. The troops are terrified, a reward is offered (that includes the King’s daughter) for whoever kills Goliath. David arrives with food supplies and is introduced again as if for the first time. David’s first words spoken as he listens to Goliath’s threat was ‘what will be done for the man who strikes down the philistine?’ (1 Samuel 17:26). He then adds a noble comment about the insult to God, although his main motivation is obvious because he spends the next verses checking the details