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The Fall of a King’s Heart: David, Bathsheba, and a Prophet’s Rebuke | 2 Samuel 10–12
Welcome to Day 86 of Word for Word: The Bible.
In this episode, we cover 2 Samuel chapters 10–12, where David’s kingdom continues to expand through military victories, but his personal story takes a decisive and sobering turn.
Chapter 10 highlights Israel’s strength as David defeats the Ammonites and their allies, securing peace and reinforcing the stability of his reign. The kingdom appears strong from the outside, but what follows reveals a deeper challenge within the heart of the king.
In chapter 11, David remains in Jerusalem while his army goes to war. During this time, he sees…
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