Messiah the King
David, as the second king of Israel, is known for his military and political leadership, as well as his role in establishing Jerusalem as the capital of Israel. He is also known for his close relationship with God, as seen in his writings in the Psalms. The Messiah is expected to be a leader who surpasses even David in terms of his leadership, his relationship with God, and his impact on history. The Bible promises that a king like David will come, who will be greater than David himself. This is seen in passages such as 2 Samuel 7:12-13, where God speaks to King David through the prophet Nathan, saying, “When your days are over and you rest with your ancestors, I will raise up your offspring to succeed you, your own flesh and blood, and I will establish his kingdom. He is the one who will build a house for my Name, and I will establish the throne of his kingdom forever." (NIV) The passage from Samuel 7:12-13 is also significant in that it emphasizes the eternal nature of the Messi...