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Welcome to the epic adventure of David, a story of honor, battle, jealousy, darkness, friendship, love, scandal, and murder.

While most people know of David the myth,

few know about David the man. I'm glad you're here with me as we mind the depths of this

renowned tale. In this episode, Saul receives a second chance. He is given the opportunity

to avenge God's people and write a pass wrong.

Will Saul be up to the challenge or will he crumble under the weight of his own ego?

This particular episode is short, but incredibly dark.

Saul goes on a bloody conquest in search of glory, but only finds more disappointment and sadness

at the end. His vain grasp at

grandeur leave him empty, alone, and devoid of God's favor. You may be wondering at this point in the

story about David. Where is he? Why haven't we seen him yet? This series is not supposed to be

about Saul. So why have we heard so much about him?

These are fair questions to ask, and you won't need to ask them for much longer.

Saul's spiraling dissent sets the stage for David to enter. But make no mistake, Saul isn't going

anywhere. For better or worse, Saul will remain in this story for a long time.

He is a walking reminder of the pitfalls of pride. We should be careful to not shoe him away too

quickly. We need him as a reminder that there is only one heartache for us when we succumb to pride

and anxiety. Take a different posture when you listen to this episode.

Instead of judging Saul, look at him as if you were looking into a mirror. Look at where your own

ego has led you astray. Then look to Jesus for a way back. Saul isn't going to be quite as

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