RESPONSIBILITIES HE EARNED:

• Gods blessing were upon him. 1 Sam. 16:13.
• He became a man of valor as well as a harp player. 1 Sam. 16:18
• Trusted by father vs 20
• Became an armourbearer. vs 21
• Mature enough to live away from home. vs 22 18:5
• Able to help those in need. vs 23
  
  RESCUES HE UNDERTOOK

• Israel from Goliath. 1Sam. 17:39-52
• Those without hope. vs 53-58
• Saul in his evil moods 18:10-12
• His country 19:8

PROBLEMS HE FOUGHT

• A king who wanted his death
• Power hungry individuals - Doeg 21, 22
• Unsure moments in his life. 23:1-6
• Death on every hand

 LEADERSHIP HE GAINED

• Great soldier 18:12-16
• Attracted an army 22:1-2
• Ability to confront Saul Chpt. 24
• Meeting with Nabal 25

• David’s love for his king and prince 2 Sam. 1
• David’s calling on God for guidance 2:1
• King over Judah 2:4
• Ishbosheth king over Israel. 2:8-11
• King over Israel 5