Jesus In the Center Rako Zech

Solomon becomes king, riding David's mule in to town. The apostles are filled with the Holy Spirit to speak the good news to some people who would prefer they don't. But the church prays and is full of joy. Psalm 124: If Jesus Christ were not on our side, all of our enemies would have swallowed us alive!

The author of II Samuel lists 37 valiant warriors of David - but the king isn't content with that number, so he is incited to sin by getting a count of all his warriors. He sins, faces discipline, and the LORD will use it ultimately for good. In Acts, Peter and John boldly heal and preach and show us what the apostles' teaching includes: Jesus as God's servant, The Holy One, The Righteous One, the AUTHOR OF LIFE(!), The Prophet to come, The "Seed" of Abraham sent to bless the world. Can you take it all in?

Two thoughts on reading the psalms (and giving credit to God working in you), the Day of Pentecost! The Holy Spirit always points to Jesus the risen and ascended pouring-out-the-Holy-Spirit Lord.

David's kingship is bloody! A better one is coming. Acts chapter 1!

David is saved by a loyal and brave friend. A man willingly gives up his life for no reason. In the Gospel of John, Jesus gives up his life for good reason, as the perfect Lamb of God. He is buried by brave disciples.

King David on the run, still trusting in God. The Greater King David, the King of Truth, is handed over to be crucified, proclaimed to the world that he is the King of the Jews.