Chapter Summary

David seeks to bring the ark to Jerusalem.

Discussion Questions for 2 Samuel, Chapter 6

1. Verses 3-4 describe the Ark being placed on a new cart. Why do you think David chose to transport the Ark this way, and what can this teach us about following God's instructions versus our own methods?
2. In verse 5, David and the whole house of Israel celebrate with all their might before the Lord. How do you express joy and gratitude in your worship and daily life?
3. Verse 6-7 recounts Uzzah’s death after touching the Ark. What lessons can we learn about the holiness of God and the consequences of disobedience or irreverence?
4. Reflecting on verse 8, David was angry because of the Lord's outbreak against Uzzah. How do you handle feelings of anger or confusion when God’s actions or decisions are difficult to understand?
5. Verse 9 states that David was afraid of the Lord that day. How can a healthy fear of God impact our actions and decisions?
6. In verse 10, David decides not to take the Ark to the City of David, but instead to the house of Obed-Edom. What does this decision reveal about David's leadership and response to a challenging situation?
7. Verse 11 mentions that the Ark remained in the house of Obed-Edom for three months, and the Lord blessed his household. What can we learn from Obed-Edom’s experience about the presence of God in our homes and lives?
8. In verse 12, David learns about the blessings on Obed-Edom's house and decides to bring the Ark to the City of David with rejoicing. How should we respond when we see God’s blessings in the lives of others?
9. In verse 16, Michal, Saul’s daughter, despises David in her heart when she sees him dancing. How do you handle criticism or judgment from others regarding your expressions of faith?
10. Verse 23 states that Michal had no children to the day of her death. What might be the implications of this outcome, and how do the consequences of our attitudes and actions impact our lives and relationships?

Key Words/Phrase

Ark, v. 2.

Characters

God, David, Michal, Uzzah, Obed-edom, Abinadab.

Strong Verse(s)

11