CHARACTER LESSON 8: David
- Hal Habecker
- May 24
- 1 min read
Updated: May 27
Selected Studies in Aging – How Did Characters in the Bible Finish in Life?
Hal Habecker, Finishing Well Ministries
The attached video watching guide below is designed to follow the study. Every Scripture I mention is already included, but please feel free to take your notes as you listen and think about what is being said.”
Hal Habecker
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Lesson intro
DAVID: THE KING'S FINAL YEARS
Note the importance of friendships throughout life (2 Samuel 23.9-39).
Don't Presume on Past Successes
David numbered Israel with sobering consequences. His heart troubled him after he had numbered the people, and he said to the Lord, "I have sinned greatly in what I have done." (2 Samuel 24.10)
Don't Leave Unfinished What Needs to be Completed with Your Family
David had to be reminded of the importance of his son, Solomon, and his promise that Solomon would be king after him. (1 Kings 1)
Don't Stop Your Worship when You Fail
David built an altar to the Lord and offered burnt offerings and peace offerings. Thus, the Lord was moved by prayer for the land. (2 Samuel 24.25)
Keep Dreaming and Planning for the Future
David dreamt of, planned for, and helped his son Solomon start the temple project. (1 Chronicles 28 & 29)
May God help us, like King David and the Apostle Paul (2 Timothy 4.6-8), live and finish well.