This devotional book traces the course of David’s life through his autobiographical Psalms: From triumphant boy hero to persecution in the court of Saul. From gifted musician to compromised adulterer and murderer. From his exile on the run to his coronation as the leader of God’s people.

The King’s songs are a treasure-chest of jewels, telling not mere history but timeless truths about the King of Kings himself, David’s magnificent God. With warmth and insight, the author draws out the lessons David learned in his turbulent life with the Lord and the rich gems he has bequeathed to followers of God today.

Alec Motyer unpacks David’s poems and songs and ministers to both head and heart. Psalms sing afresh as meanings are unfolded, significances are illuminated and the character of God is opened to our view.
Dominic Smart

A creative, innovative and devotional approach to the life of David … It focuses on the dynamics of his relationship to God, and provides a valuable and highly readable handbook of biblical spirituality.
Stephen Dray

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