King David
Join Michael Iskander, the actor and musician who portrays the title character in the TV series "House of David," as we enter into the extraordinary life of King David from the Old Testament. We'll journey through the trials and triumphs of this young shepherd boy whom God chose and anointed as king of His people. Along the way, we'll meditate on the Psalms and other Scripture passages as we, too, seek to be people after God's own heart.
7 sesji
1ShepherdIn this first session, Michael Iskander shares his personal reflection on King David and describes the world into which David was born. We'll close by praying with Psalm 23 and reflecting on God as shepherd.
Day 19 min
2AnointedToday we'll hear the fascinating story of how David became the next king of Israel. Then we'll pray with the Shema from Deuteronomy 6, including both the spoken text in English as well as a song in Hebrew.
Day 28 min
3BattleToday we'll see how David rises to prominence in Israel through one of the most well-known moments in Sacred Scripture: his battle with Goliath. Then we'll pray with Psalm 13 and call out to the Lord in our own trials.
Day 39 min
4PraiseAs our series continues, we'll hear about the struggle between King Saul and David as David's fame grows throughout Israel. Then we'll pray with David's song of praise to God in 1 Chronicles 16.
Day 49 min
5RepentanceToday we'll see how David's character is tested in a time of temptation, and through his fall, we'll rediscover the depth of God's mercy. For our prayer, we'll meditate on the prayer of repentance in Psalm 51.
Day 58 min
6ControlToday we'll see the aftereffects of David's sin as we hear the story of his son's rebellion. Then we'll meditate on the abiding presence of the Lord as we pray with Psalm 139.
Day 68 min
7LegacyIn this final session, we'll look at the end of David's life and reflect on his legacy, particularly how the Lord prepared the way for the coming of the Messiah. Then we'll close in prayer with the first verses of Psalm 40.
Day 79 min