Day 44, 5/7/09

2 Sam 1- David is informed of Saul's death, kills the lying messenger and mourns.

2 Sam 2- David is made king of Judah while Ish-Bosheth is anointed Israel's king.

2 Sam 3- Abner attempts to assist David in uniting Israel/Judah. Abner is murdered.

2 Sam 4- Ish-Bosheth, king of Israel is murdered and David orders the murderers executed.

2 Sam 5- 30 year old David made king of Israel and then defeats Philistines.

2 Sam 6- Uzzah dies/Michal shows disgust/David dances joyfully as Ark enters Jerusalem.

2 Sam 7- God promises He will establish His kingdom throne via David's future son.

Day 43, 5/6/09

1 Sam 29- Philistines send David away fearing he would turn on them in battle.

1 Sam 30- The Amalekites are defeated by David after they had plundered Negeb/Ziklag.

1 Sam 31- Philistines defeat Israel. Saul's sons killed. Saul finishes himself on own sword.

1 Samuel Overall- Documents the initial establishment of Israel's monarchy starring Samuel, Saul and David.

Day 42, 5/5/09

1 Sam 22- David builds a following while hiding. Saul kills priests of the Lord.

1 Sam 23- David saves the residents of Keilah from Philistines. Saul chases David relentlessly.

1 Sam 24- David spares Saul and merely cuts off a portion of his robe.

1 Sam 25- Wealthy Nabal dies after refusing David. David then marries Nabal's widow Abigail.

1 Sam 26- David again spares Saul's life, this time taking his spear and water.

1 Sam 27- David and his men take refuge with the Philistines under king Achish.

1 Sam 28- Saul turns to necromancy for answers and gets rebuked by deceased Samuel.