1. A shepherd for God's people (1-5)

When God's time came, all the people of Judah and Israel acknowledged David as their king. He was appointed by God to be a shepherd of God's people. A shepherd is not a tyrant. He makes an environment in which people can grow and prosper and be happy.

2. Conquering Jerusalem (6-16)

Jerusalem was on the border between Judah and Israel. It had never been conquered. The Jebusites bragged that it was impregnable; that even blind and lame men could defend it. But David found a way into the city, conquered it and made it his capital, calling it the City of David. There God blessed him and made him more and more powerful. David knew the Lord had established him king over Israel for the sake of his people.