David: The Beloved King and Type of Christ

Devotional

Day 1: Jesus, the Son of David—The Fulfillment of Messianic Promise

Throughout the Gospels, Jesus is repeatedly called the "Son of David," a title that not only affirms His royal lineage but also His identity as the long-awaited Messiah. This connection is more than genealogy; it is a declaration that Jesus is the fulfillment of the Old Testament prophecies and the hope of Israel. The people recognized this when they cried out to Him for mercy and healing, and even the religious leaders could not deny the significance of this title. Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem and His interactions with the Pharisees highlight how deeply intertwined His mission is with the promises made to David, showing that God’s plan is intricately woven through history and revealed in Christ. [04:36]

Matthew 9:27
And as Jesus passed on from there, two blind men followed him, crying aloud, “Have mercy on us, Son of David.” (ESV)

Reflection: Where in your life do you need to recognize Jesus as the fulfillment of God’s promises, and how can you call on Him today with the same faith as those who cried, “Son of David, have mercy on us”?

Day 2: The Prophetic Power of Psalm 22—Jesus’ Suffering Foretold

Psalm 22 stands as a powerful prophetic window into the suffering of Jesus on the cross, written centuries before His birth. David, inspired by the Holy Spirit, penned words that Jesus Himself would later speak in His darkest hour: “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?” The details—pierced hands and feet, the casting of lots for His clothing, the taunts of His enemies—were never experienced by David but were fulfilled in Christ’s crucifixion. This Psalm reveals the depth of Jesus’ sacrifice, the weight of our sin He bore, and the assurance that because He was forsaken, we never will be. [11:55]

Psalm 22:1, 16-18
My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?
Why are you so far from saving me, from the words of my groaning?
...
For dogs encompass me; a company of evildoers encircles me;
they have pierced my hands and feet—
I can count all my bones—
they stare and gloat over me;
they divide my garments among them,
and for my clothing they cast lots. (ESV)

Reflection: When you feel abandoned or misunderstood, how does knowing Jesus experienced ultimate forsakenness for you change the way you approach God in your pain?

Day 3: God Looks at the Heart—Not the Outward Appearance

When Samuel was sent to anoint a new king, God made it clear that His choice was not based on outward appearance or human standards, but on the heart. David, the youngest and least likely in his family, was chosen because God saw something within him that others overlooked. This truth remains: God values what is inside—a heart after Him—over what the world esteems. In a culture obsessed with image and status, God’s perspective invites us to cultivate authenticity, humility, and a heart that seeks after Him above all else. [22:59]

1 Samuel 16:7
But the Lord said to Samuel, “Do not look on his appearance or on the height of his stature, because I have rejected him. For the Lord sees not as man sees: man looks on the outward appearance, but the Lord looks on the heart.” (ESV)

Reflection: What is one area where you have been more concerned with outward appearance than with the condition of your heart, and how can you invite God to shape your heart today?

Day 4: Imputed Righteousness—Right Standing with God by Faith

David was unique in his understanding that righteousness before God is not achieved by perfect obedience to the law, but is a gift received by faith. He spoke of the blessedness of the one whose sins are forgiven and whose record is clean—not because of their works, but because of God’s grace. This revelation, echoed in Romans 4, is foundational for every believer: our standing with God is secure not by our performance, but by trusting in what Jesus has done. This truth frees us from condemnation and empowers us to live in the joy of God’s acceptance. [31:22]

Romans 4:6-8
Just as David also speaks of the blessing of the one to whom God counts righteousness apart from works:
“Blessed are those whose lawless deeds are forgiven,
and whose sins are covered;
blessed is the man against whom the Lord will not count his sin.” (ESV)

Reflection: Is there a failure or sin from your past that still makes you feel unworthy before God? How can you embrace the truth of imputed righteousness and walk in the freedom Jesus purchased for you?

Day 5: The Everlasting Covenant—God’s Faithfulness Through Christ

God made an everlasting covenant with David, promising an eternal throne, house, kingdom, and nation. This covenant finds its ultimate fulfillment in Jesus, who mediates a new and better covenant for all who believe. Our blessings, forgiveness, and hope are not based on our own merit, but on God’s unbreakable promise to His Son. Because of Jesus’ sacrifice, we are included in this covenant, recipients of God’s faithfulness, and heirs of an eternal kingdom. This truth calls us to rest in God’s promises and to live as people of His unshakable kingdom. [39:05]

Hebrews 9:15
Therefore he is the mediator of a new covenant, so that those who are called may receive the promised eternal inheritance, since a death has occurred that redeems them from the transgressions committed under the first covenant. (ESV)

Reflection: In what area of your life do you need to stop striving to earn God’s favor and instead rest in the security of His everlasting covenant through Jesus?

Sermon Summary

Today, we explored the profound connections between David and Jesus, seeing how the life of David is not just a collection of stories, but a prophetic tapestry pointing to Christ. The Bible is intricately woven, with over 63,000 cross-references, and David stands out as perhaps the clearest type of Christ in the Old Testament. David’s life, his psalms, and his experiences all foreshadow the person and work of Jesus in remarkable ways.

David is mentioned over a thousand times in Scripture and wrote many of the most prophetic psalms, including Psalm 22, which vividly describes the crucifixion centuries before it happened. When Jesus cried out, “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?” on the cross, He was quoting David, who wrote those words as a prophet, not from personal experience. This shows us that God’s plan for redemption was not an afterthought, but was embedded in the story of Israel from the beginning.

We also looked at the parallels in their anointing, their roles as king, priest, and prophet, and even in their rejection by their own people. David was overlooked by his family, mocked by his brothers, and yet chosen by God because of his heart, not his outward appearance. In the same way, Jesus was despised and rejected, yet He is the beloved Son in whom the Father is well pleased.

David’s confidence was not pride, but a deep trust in God’s faithfulness. When he faced Goliath, he did so knowing that God had delivered him before and would do so again. Likewise, Jesus faced the ultimate enemy—death itself—and defeated it using the very weapon the enemy wielded. Just as David cut off Goliath’s head with the giant’s own sword, Jesus destroyed the power of death through His own death and resurrection.

David understood something few in his time did: righteousness comes by faith, not by works. He was a man after God’s own heart because he repented quickly, worshiped passionately, and trusted in God’s mercy. The covenant God made with David is everlasting, and through Jesus, we are invited into a new and better covenant—not based on our performance, but on Christ’s finished work. Every story, every detail, points us to Jesus, the true and greater David, who brings us into God’s eternal kingdom, house, and nation.

Key Takeaways

1. The Bible’s intricate design reveals that every story, especially David’s, is part of a larger prophetic picture pointing to Jesus. The connections between David and Christ—such as their roles as king, priest, and prophet—demonstrate that God’s plan for redemption was woven into Scripture from the very beginning, not as an afterthought but as a divine masterpiece. [01:26]
2. David’s prophetic psalms, particularly Psalm 22, give us a window into the suffering of Christ on the cross. David wrote words he never personally experienced, showing that the Holy Spirit was revealing the future work of Jesus. This reminds us that God’s Word is alive and speaks across generations, preparing hearts for the coming of the Messiah. [11:21]
3. God chooses based on the heart, not outward appearance or human qualifications. David was overlooked by his family and underestimated by others, but God saw his heart of worship, repentance, and faith. In the same way, Jesus was not esteemed by men, but He is the beloved Son, and through Him, we too are called beloved and chosen by God. [22:59]
4. True confidence in God is not pride, but a settled assurance in His faithfulness. David’s boldness before Goliath was rooted in his history with God, not in self-reliance. We are called to distinguish between self-serving pride and God-centered confidence, knowing that victory comes from trusting in God’s power, not our own strength. [26:54]
5. The new covenant is not based on our performance, but on Christ’s finished work. Just as God honored His covenant with David, He honors the covenant made through Jesus. Our forgiveness, blessing, and victory are secured not because we deserve them, but because of what Jesus accomplished on our behalf—He is our mediator, and everything we receive from God is for Jesus’ sake. [39:05]

Youtube Chapters

[00:00] - Welcome
[00:29] - Series Introduction: Concealed to Revealed
[01:26] - The Bible’s Intricate Design
[02:23] - David: The Clearest Type of Christ
[04:36] - Jesus as the Son of David
[05:49] - Jesus Challenges the Pharisees
[08:02] - Psalm 110 and the Lordship of Christ
[09:09] - King, Priest, and Prophet: David and Jesus
[10:17] - David’s Prophetic Psalms and the Cross
[16:37] - The Anointing of David
[21:07] - Parallels Between David and Jesus
[22:59] - God Looks at the Heart
[24:08] - David’s Confidence vs. Pride
[28:40] - David: A Man After God’s Own Heart
[30:47] - David’s Revelation of Imputed Righteousness
[32:34] - Zeal for God’s House
[35:12] - The Three Anointings of Jesus
[36:20] - The Everlasting Covenant with David
[39:05] - The New Covenant in Christ
[41:03] - David and Jesus: Restoring God’s Presence
[42:38] - David and Jesus: Victory Over the Enemy
[44:49] - David and Jesus: Preparing the House
[46:00] - The Eternal Promises to David and Believers
[47:40] - Closing Prayer and Blessing

Bible Study Guide

Bible Reading

Psalm 22:1, 16-18 (ESV) — > 1 My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?
> Why are you so far from saving me, from the words of my groaning?
> 16 For dogs encompass me; a company of evildoers encircles me;
> they have pierced my hands and feet—
> 17 I can count all my bones—
> they stare and gloat over me;
> 18 they divide my garments among them,
> and for my clothing they cast lots.

2. 1 Samuel 16:6-13 (ESV)
> 6 When they came, he looked on Eliab and thought, “Surely the Lord’s anointed is before him.”
> 7 But the Lord said to Samuel, “Do not look on his appearance or on the height of his stature, because I have rejected him. For the Lord sees not as man sees: man looks on the outward appearance, but the Lord looks on the heart.”
> ...
> 12 And he sent and brought him in. Now he was ruddy and had beautiful eyes and was handsome. And the Lord said, “Arise, anoint him, for this is he.”
> 13 Then Samuel took the horn of oil and anointed him in the midst of his brothers. And the Spirit of the Lord rushed upon David from that day forward.

3. Romans 4:6-8 (ESV)
> 6 just as David also speaks of the blessing of the one to whom God counts righteousness apart from works:
> 7 “Blessed are those whose lawless deeds are forgiven,
> and whose sins are covered;
> 8 blessed is the man against whom the Lord will not count his sin.”

Observation Questions

In Psalm 22, what specific details does David describe that later happen to Jesus during the crucifixion?
According to 1 Samuel 16, what was God looking for when He chose David to be king, and how did this differ from what people were looking for?
In Romans 4, what does David say about how a person is made right with God?
The sermon mentioned that David was overlooked by his family and underestimated by others, but God saw something different. What was it? [[22:59]]

Interpretation Questions

Why do you think God chose to reveal the suffering of Jesus through David’s words in Psalm 22, centuries before it happened? What does this say about God’s plan for redemption? [[11:21]]
The sermon draws a parallel between David’s confidence in facing Goliath and Jesus’ confidence in facing death. How is godly confidence different from pride, according to the message? [[26:54]]
David was called a man after God’s own heart, not because he was perfect, but because of his response to sin and his trust in God’s mercy. How does this challenge common ideas about what it means to be “righteous”? [[28:40]]
The new covenant through Jesus is described as not being based on our performance, but on Christ’s finished work. How does this truth affect the way we approach God and live out our faith? [[39:05]]

Application Questions

David’s story shows that God looks at the heart, not outward appearance or qualifications. Are there areas in your life where you feel overlooked or underestimated? How might God be inviting you to trust His perspective over others’? [[22:59]]
When facing challenges, do you tend to rely on your own strength or on God’s faithfulness? Can you share a recent situation where you had to choose between self-reliance and God-centered confidence? [[26:54]]
David was quick to repent and return to God when he sinned. Is there an area in your life where you need to practice quick repentance and trust in God’s mercy, rather than hiding or making excuses? [[28:40]]
The sermon highlighted that our forgiveness and blessing are secured because of Jesus, not because we deserve them. How does this change the way you view your relationship with God, especially when you feel like you’ve failed? [[39:05]]
David’s psalms were prophetic and pointed to Jesus. How can you use your own story or words to point others to Christ, even in your struggles or weaknesses? [[11:21]]
Both David and Jesus were rejected by people close to them. Have you ever experienced rejection or misunderstanding because of your faith? How did you respond, and what can you learn from David and Jesus’ example? [[24:08]]
The message emphasized that every story in the Bible points to Jesus. How might you approach reading the Bible differently this week, looking for how it reveals Jesus and God’s bigger plan? [[01:26]]

Sermon Clips

David is mentioned over a thousand times in your Bible. If you have a different Bible, it varies a little bit, but the truth of the matter is over a thousand times. He wrote 73 of the 150 Psalms. You say, why are you showing that? Because just like you, I had to learn the Bible. And whenever I read the Bible, I had to learn the Bible. And I had to learn the Bible. [00:02:41] (18 seconds) #LearningThroughDavid

There was a time, though, at the very, at working of the cross, he said, my God, my God. Why? That was the first time the Father had to turn his back on Jesus, not because of what Jesus did, but because our sin was being placed upon him, and the Father could not look at sin. Jesus had to suffer for our sin, and he took our sin upon himself. [00:12:01] (20 seconds) #SinPlacedOnJesus

Never confuse pride with confidence in God. There's a vast difference, everybody. There is pride that self is self-serving and is full of itself. And yet there is a confidence in God. That is what it's all about. Praise God. David did not show up in pride. He showed up, showed up in confidence in God. [00:27:17] (19 seconds) #ConfidenceNotPride

When David messed up and he was confronted by it, he got right with God. And you know what he said? He didn't say, when he slept with Bathsheba, he didn't say anything other than this. Before you alone, God, have I sinned. It was just him and God in his world. [00:28:40] (15 seconds) #RepentanceIsBetweenYouAndGod

David understood what is called imputed righteousness. You say, what is that, Pastor Charlie? What is this? There's only one or two ways to be right with God. One way is you keep the law. Keep the law, keep the law, keep the law, and you're made right with God. How many of you know you can't keep the law? The law was made to make you a sinner and to bring it to your heart that you are not able to be perfect like God, all right? David was the first one that came along and said he understood it and he spoke it. He understood that by believing on God, he was made right with God. [00:30:34] (42 seconds) #ImputedRighteousnessByFaith

Jesus loves the house of God. Jesus loves the church. Jesus died for the church. He is the one who birthed the church. The church is Jesus's idea. It's the only thing on this earth that he said he would build. I will build my church. The church belongs to Jesus. Not me. Not you. Not anybody else. It belongs to Jesus himself. [00:33:30] (25 seconds) #JesusBuildsTheChurch

God does things not because of you. God wants to do things in your life, not because of you. It has little to do with you. God wants to bless you. God wants to bless you. But not because of you, because you didn't deserve it. God wants to honor you, not because you deserve it, but because of someone else. Because he has a covenant with someone else. And that someone else is not you. That someone else is the one who died for you. And when you believe on what he did, you enter into the covenant, praise God. It's not based upon your performance. It's based upon his performance. [00:39:07] (32 seconds) #BlessedNotByDeserving

Jesus used Satan's own weapon to defeat him. What was it? It was a thing called death. See, Satan had no idea that Jesus would use the very thing that Satan had used for thousands of years to torment men. Jesus would use it against him. [00:43:45] (18 seconds) #JesusDefeatsDeathWithDeath

David was promised an eternal throne. Do you believe that? These are four promises that God made to David that I believe is true for every believer in here. You ready? Those of you improving online, these apply to you. You say, what did he do? Promised an eternal throne. Do you know the Bible says that we will rule and reign with Christ? How many of you know that? Some of you are partly cloudy. That's all right. How about this? He promised an eternal house. How many of you know we have a house? Can I tell you? No more decay, no more rotting, no more nothing. Praise God. Just perfection. How about this? David was promised an eternal kingdom. You know, we are people of a kingdom, which means we have a king, and his name is Jesus. He's our great king. Here's the last one. I love it. You ready? David was promised an eternal nation. You know, we are a kingdom, and we belong to a nation, and that nation is full of kings and priests unto our God. We belong to the heavenly nation. Y'all getting what I'm saying? It's powerful. I love it. [00:46:10] (68 seconds) #EternalPromisesToBelievers

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