David the Shepherd : Faith That Is Formed in Secret Places
1 Samuel 16:1–13; 1 Samuel 17:12–37; Psalm 23; Psalm 78:70–72
Before David stood before Goliath, played before kings or ruled over Israel, he lived in fields where almost no one was watching. He cared for sheep, endured solitude, faced predators and learned to trust God without applause. The palace did not form David. The pasture did.
In this episode of Echoes of Faith, we explore David’s life as a shepherd through the original Hebrew text, ancient biblical interpretation and theological reflection. We examine the meaning of shepherding in Israel, the hidden discipline behind David’s courage…
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