David and the Ark of the Covenant
2 Samuel 6:1-11 · April 10, 2024
This message explores the history and purpose of the Ark of the Covenant, from its role in Israel’s journey to David’s failed attempt to bring it to Jerusalem. It reminds us to follow God’s instructions and trust that He is the one who helps us.
Timestamps
00:00 Introduction
04:15 The Ark of the Covenant and the Mercy Seat
10:11 The High Priest, Aaron, and the Mercy Seat (Leviticus 16:2-3)
11:57 Hebrews tell us of the Temple and what the Ark was like (Hebrews 9:4-5)
12:44 The purpose of this Ark was to meet with God (Exodus 25:22)
14:03 The Ark led the children of Israel in the wilderness (Numbers 10:35-36)
19:29 The Ark led Israel into the Promised Land (Joshua 3:15-17)
20:22 The Ark was with Israel when they marched around Jericho (Joshua 6:8-9)
22:55 Israel lost the Ark of the Covenant when they went into battle with the Philistines (1 Samuel 4:3-5; 1 Samuel 4:10-11)
27:02 Israel then receives the Ark back (1 Samuel 7:1)
28:53 The history of the Ark of the Covenant (2 Samuel 6:1-11)
35:07 When we are doing things for God with instructions, let’s do it God’s way — not the world’s way
36:02 It is good for us also to remember who God is. More important than us helping Him, He is helping us
36:55 This makes it even more amazing that we are the temple of the Holy Spirit
38:26 Closing prayer
