The Life of King David: How God Works Through Ordinary Outcasts and Extraordinary Sinners

Are you struggling? Have you failed? Well, this book will assure you that you are normal...and you are not alone. ;)I've always been a King David fan. He's my ultimate crush from the Old Testament. I guess, that's because I've always heard from sermons about his humble shepherd beginning to defeating-Goliath fame. But this book is not all about that alone...this book by (awesome!!) J.S. Park is about King David's entire journey including his bigtime fall into adultery with Bathsheba and so many instances of his failures. But after reading this book, instead of getting 'turned-off', I ended up admiring King David even more...maybe because I can identify with him in his struggles and failures. To me, J.S. Park wrote this book with consciousness of his own failures and brokenness and of the Truth that only God's Grace can sustain us. Just like the other reader's comment, J.S. Park communicates to people not from a have-figured-it-all-out perspective but from a perspective of someone who constantly needs Grace, constantly needs Jesus. This book, just like King David's life, is filled with wisdom useful for different areas of our lives and relationships. My heart was a little crushed towards the end though but it's the part of the book that struck me the most. It made me want to pour my life upon Jesus' feet. (Read and see if you'll feel the same, too.) I got a free digital copy of this book but I ordered for the hard copy cos I will read this again and again...and will surely get this as a gift for my both unbeliever and believer friends.

One of the most amazing and relatable books that I have ever read. I grew up reading through the books of history in the Bible that told of all the stories and adventures of all the different kings of Israel and the war-ridden land, but I never really understood the personal significance behind the story of one of the great kings of Israel, David. J.S. Park's "The Life of King David" is an amazing combination of narrative and truth-speaking that captures the David in all of us, from the lowly shepherd boy to the great king to the broken person inside; the insights that J.S. Park has about King David's life and the parallels to our own was something that definitely personally impacted me as I began to see myself, and the aspirations I had for myself as I read chapter to chapter.Super thankful for the wisdom in this book, as it pointed me towards many truths that I had yet to claim about who God is, who I am, and who I strive to be in light of who God is. Definitely an superbly insightful read that I recommend to all! Thanks Pastor J.S. for your words!

I had been looking for a book that would share about King David in a way that would deal with the heart of the man and bring the story to life as I prepared to teach a Middle School class at our private school. It was a long search - many books came that were excellent in scholarship of events, but not in seeing David as he was: as a real man, flawed, but deeply in love with God. I saw fewer that approached David from the standpoint of learning deeper devotion to God through the lessons (good and bad) of his life. Enter J.S. Park's book! An excellent read in faithfulness to the story, capturing the "heart" of David, and inspiring us as readers to learn from his life and to be men and women "after God's heart". I liked it so much, I made it THE textbook for our 16 middle school students! Great job, J.S!

I love the writer's understanding and truthfulness about himself and I really relate to every thing he has to offer in this book. I got this book for the history of King David but after the first chapter I was hooked. I can state that learning more about myself in this book was great and much more needed reviewed in my life.Thank You so much for writing this book and I look forward to read more.

I can't tell you how many times I've read the story of David, but never have I read the story like I have in this book. J.S. Park has a way of bringing a completely new perspective on everything. He brings David to a whole new level and makes him relatable. I've never considered the feelings of David before as an actual person just like me. I mean sure, I've read the Psalms, but it's so hard to imagine him as a real living being. I almost felt sorry for him. My heart ached. This was beautifully written. Raw and vulnerable. Emotions stirred in me. I'll never read the story of David the same way again.

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This is one of the best books I have ever read. Like many people, I am fascinated by the life of King David and wanted to know more. This book is a perfect blend of scripture and how it applies to your own life. I highly recommend. I will be reading other books by this author. He has a wonderful writing style.

Super great book! Well written and well explained. Please write a book for each chapter of the Bible. 😇

This book made me cry in a good way. J.S Park has a way with words and should write a novel! Great insight and so many times I had to stop reading just to digest what he had written. Funny in places, down to earth and sheds a light on David's life and times in a way I have not heard or read anywhere else.

This book is AMAZING! So glad i bought it. From cover to cover it is filled with deep insights that touches deep down one's soul. Looking forward in getting all the other titles from same author. 👍👍👍

Gives a honest opinion of the life David would have lived. True words said as we continue to make the same mistakes he made, but at the same time learning from his heart. A man after Gods own heart !!! Excellent book

Really enjoyed reading this book as I read through 1-2 Samuel. You’ll enjoy reading this too!