A Kingdom and a King

From Ruth to David: God Establishes His Kingdom and Prepares the Way for Christ

von Glen D Kato

170 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

A KINGDOM AND A KINGFrom Ruth to David: God Establishes His Kingdom and Prepares the Way for ChristWhat kind of king does God desire? And why does the story of Israel's monarchy ultimately lead us to Jesus Christ?A Kingdom and a King traces one of the most important transitions in the Old Testament-from the chaotic days of the judges to the establishment of Israel's kingdom under David.The journey begins not with a king, but with a widow.In the dark days when "everyone did as they saw fit," God was quietly working through Ruth, a Moabite woman who placed her faith in the God of Israel. Through Ruth and Boaz would come Obed, Jesse, and eventually David.But before David could take the throne, God raised up Samuel-a prophet who would guide Israel through the transition from judges to kings. Then came Saul.Tall, impressive, gifted, and filled with potential, Saul looked exactly like the kind of king Israel wanted. Yet his story became a powerful warning about fear, pride, partial obedience, and the danger of being more concerned about outward appearances than inward surrender to God.Finally, God chose David. A shepherd. A worshiper. A warrior. A fugitive. A king. And a deeply flawed man who learned both the greatness of God's grace and the devastating consequences of sin.Across 30 practical and Christ-centered lessons, readers will follow the unfolding story through Ruth, 1 Samuel, 2 Samuel, selected passages from 1 Chronicles, and the opening chapters of 1 Kings.Along the way, you will explore: - Ruth and the biblical meaning of redemption- Hannah's prayer and Samuel's calling- Israel's demand for a king- Saul's promising beginning and tragic decline- David and Goliath- Jonathan and covenant friendship- David's wilderness years- Waiting on God's timing- Abigail and the danger of revenge- David's rise to the throne- Jerusalem and the Ark of the Covenant- The Davidic Covenant and the promise of an eternal King- David and Bathsheba- Biblical repentance and Psalm 51- Family consequences and Absalom's rebellion- David's final years and preparation of Solomon- And the way the entire story points forward to Jesus ChristEach lesson includes historical and biblical background, a key verse, main idea, theological teaching, Christ and gospel connections, practical applications, discussion questions, memory verses, prayers, and a recurring Kingdom Story that helps readers see how each passage fits into God's larger redemptive plan.This is more than the story of ancient Israel's kings. It is the story of how God moved history toward the King humanity ultimately needs.From Ruth's field in Bethlehem to David's throne in Jerusalem-and finally to Jesus Christ-A Kingdom and a King shows that the sovereign God was preparing the way for His eternal King all along.

• Reihe: Independently published
• ISBN: 9798174695702
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 16.09.2026
• Größe: 279 x 216 mm
• Verlag: Independently published