Exposition of 2 Samuel 6

Bringing the Ark to Jerusalem

God was already in Jerusalem - God is omnipresent.

David wanted God to be 'more present' in Jerusalem.

God demands obedience to His Word

First David brought the Ark the wrong way (6:3)

There was great praise but it was not built upon the word of God. (6:5)

God killed Uzzah when he stretched out his hand to steady the Ark. (6:6-7)

Joy and sacrifice

When the Ark was carried in obedience to the Word of God - Great rejoicing (6:12)

Ark is brought up with blood sacrifice (6:13)

David’s humility

David sets the example of humility in the presence of God.

Did not dress as a king – put on linen clothes and a linen ephod.

Leapt and whirled with joy. (6:14-15)

Despised by Michal as he entered Jerusalem - Saul's daughter. (6:16)

Blessing on the people

Ark placed on Mount Zion with burnt offerings and peace offerings (6:17)

David blesses the people - gives food to everyone. (6:18-19)

The anger of Michal against David

Michal attacks David openly – David tells her he danced before the Lord. (6:20-22)

Michal – The same spirit as her father Saul called the daughter of Saul. (6:16; 20; 23).

Religious but denying the power of God. (2 Timothy 3:5).