David: The Shepherd / King of Israel

Part 1: David is Chosen by God

David was the last one anyone expected to be king. His life shows us that God’s values and priorities differ from the world’s. God isn’t looking for great people in order to make them faithful, but rather he is looking for faithful people in order to make them great. 2 Chronicles 16:9a says, “For the eyes of the Lord range throughout the earth to strengthen those whose hearts are fully committed to him.” God is looking for hearts fully committed to him, and when he finds them, he throws his full weight and power behind them.

You, like David, may feel forgotten, overlooked, and insignificant, but you are not. God sees you right where you are, loves you just as you are, and desires to use you to change the world around you. You were hardwired for a life of purpose, significance, and value that is found in a relationship with Jesus and following him.