In today's reading of Tyndale's One-Year Chronological Study Bible with featured content written by the CBT team,
- all of Israel comes to David and asks him to rule over them as king, making a covenant with him before the Lord.
- The Philistines haven't yet gotten the message that God fights for Israel, and His favor on David ensures Israel's victory over them.
- Also, David takes Jerusalem and sets up his stronghold there, and receives support from the King of Tyre, solidifying his understanding that the Lord is with him.
- BUT... David attempts to bring the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem, and his Bible literacy is not quite what it needs to be, leading to tragic results.
Let's dive into today's reading!
