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EPISODE · May 1, 2026 · 10 MIN

S1E17-A King, A Shepherd, A Sinner: The Story of David

from Year of the Word Companion Podcast · host Chris Bryant

In Week 17, we journey through 2 Samuel 1; 2:1–7; 3:1, 5; 6–7; 9; 11–12 alongside Psalm 23 and Psalm 18, exploring the rise and reign of King David. This episode traces David’s path from humility and covenant blessing to moral failure and its lasting consequences. We also see how the Psalms reveal David’s inner life, giving language to trust, worship, and repentance. Through it all, we’re reminded that God remains faithful to His promises, even when His people fall.

In Week 17, we journey through 2 Samuel 1; 2:1–7; 3:1, 5; 6–7; 9; 11–12 alongside Psalm 23 and Psalm 18, exploring the rise and reign of King David. This episode traces David’s path from humility and covenant blessing to moral failure and its lasting consequences. We also see how the Psalms reveal David’s inner life, giving language to trust, worship, and repentance. Through it all, we’re reminded that God remains faithful to His promises, even when His people fall.

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In Week 17, we journey through 2 Samuel 1; 2:1–7; 3:1, 5; 6–7; 9; 11–12 alongside Psalm 23 and Psalm 18, exploring the rise and reign of King David. This episode traces David’s path from humility and covenant blessing to moral failure and its...

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