The Davidic Covenant: Kingship, Collapse, and the Promise Fulfilled in Christ

Pastor Ian Thompson continues our covenant series with a deep exploration of the Davidic Covenant in 2 Samuel 7:8–16 — God’s promise to establish the throne of David forever.In this sermon we trace David’s journey from shepherd to king, the astonishing promise God makes to him, the painful honesty of David’s failures, and the collapse of the kingdom that followed. Yet through every rise and fall, God’s covenant faithfulness remains unbroken.This message shows how the longing for a righteous king ultimately leads to Jesus Christ, the Son of David, whose kingdom is established not by earthly power but through the cross, the resurrection, and His eternal reign.Whether you are new to the faith or have walked with Christ for many years, this sermon invites you to place your hope not in human leaders or institutions, but in Christ the King, who reigns, restores, and will return.Scripture: 2 Samuel 7:8–16Series: The Covenants of God  Church: Bootle Protestant Free Church (BPFC)