What is the main message of 2 Samuel?

2 Samuel reveals God’s covenant with David, the consequences of sin, the power of repentance, and how all of it points to Jesus Christ—the greater King.

Why is the Davidic Covenant important?

The Davidic Covenant is foundational to understanding Jesus as the eternal King. It connects the Old Testament promise to the New Testament fulfillment in Christ.

How does 2 Samuel point to Jesus?

2 Samuel shows that while David failed, Jesus is the perfect King. The promise that David’s throne would endure forever is fulfilled in Jesus Christ.

2 Samuel Overview: Covenant, Kingship, and the Hope of Christ

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2 Samuel Overview: God’s Covenant, David’s Legacy, and Christ’s Kingdom

Reading the Bible Daily with Dave – June 26, 2025
In this special overview episode, Dave Jenkins explores the book of 2 Samuel, highlighting key themes such as kingship, covenant, repentance, and the hope we have in Jesus Christ. This overview sets the foundation for the verse-by-verse journey beginning tomorrow.

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Key Themes in 2 Samuel

Covenant: God’s eternal promise to David fulfilled in Christ
Sin and Grace: David’s failure magnifies God’s mercy
Leadership: A call to integrity, humility, and dependence on God
Christ-Centered: Jesus is the greater David, the true and eternal King

Memory Verse

2 Samuel 7:22 – “Therefore you are great, O Lord God. For there is none like you, and there is no God besides you, according to all that we have heard with our ears.”

Reformed Reflection

John Calvin reminds us that God’s greatness is most clearly seen in His covenantal mercy. This is the God who chose David—and chooses us in Christ.

Gospel Application

To unbelievers: Turn to Jesus—the King who never fails.
To believers: Rejoice in the faithfulness of God’s covenant and rest in His sovereign grace.

Westminster Shorter Catechism Q.26

How does Christ execute the office of a king?
A: Christ executes the office of a king, in subduing us to himself, in ruling and defending us, and in restraining and conquering all his and our enemies.

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Dave Jenkins

Dave Jenkins is happily married to his wife, Sarah. He is a writer, editor, and speaker living in beautiful Southern Oregon. Dave is a lover of Christ, His people, the Church, and sound theology. He serves as the Executive Director of Servants of Grace Ministries, the Executive Editor of Theology for Life Magazine, the Host and Producer of Equipping You in Grace Podcast, and is a contributor to and producer of Contending for the Word. He is the author of The Word Explored: The Problem of Biblical Illiteracy and What To Do About It (House to House, 2021), The Word Matters: Defending Biblical Authority Against the Spirit of the Age (G3 Press, 2022), and Contentment: The Journey of a Lifetime (Theology for Life, 2024). You can find him on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Youtube, or read his newsletter. Dave loves to spend time with his wife, going to movies, eating at a nice restaurant, or going out for a round of golf with a good friend. He is also a voracious reader, in particular of Reformed theology, and the Puritans. You will often find him when he’s not busy with ministry reading a pile of the latest books from a wide variety of Christian publishers. Dave received his M.A.R. and M.Div through Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary.