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Queenmaker: A Novel of King David's Queen

Queenmaker: A Novel of King David's Queen

by India Edghill

For over forty years, Michal lived and reigned in David’s court. She was the beautiful and proud daughter of King Saul and the prize David would risk his kingdom to win. Behind the palace doors, beneath the burning sun of the desert, or fleeing from Absalom’s warriors, Michal was at the center of court intrigues. Queenmaker introduces in unforgettable detail the characters of one of the greatest periods in... (more)

The Bible (English Standard Version)

by J. I. Packer

The ESV Study Bible was created to help people understand the Bible in a deeper way. Combining the best and most recent evangelical Christian scholarship with the highly regarded ESV text, it is the most comprehensive study Bible ever published. The ESV Study Bible features more than 2,750 pages of extensive, accessible Bible resources, including completely new notes, full-color maps, illustrations,... (more)

The Stones

by Eleanor Gustafson

With comprehensive detail and flowing prose, Eleanor Gustafson crafts the retelling of King David s life from his teenaged anointing to his death as seen through the eyes of Asaph, a Levite historian. Fictional in scope, yet with amazing scriptural accuracy, The Stones provides a revealing, behind-the-scenes glimpse into biblical history with all the twists, turns, thrills, and romance of the world s great drama.... (more)

Queenmaker

David and Goliath (Children's Bible Stories Ser.)Marlene Targ Brill Thomas Gianni

David and Goliath (Children's Bible Stories Ser.)

by Marlene Targ Brill Thomas Gianni

David: Warrior and KingFrank G Slaughter

David: Warrior and King

by Frank G Slaughter

SHINING KING, THE (The Children of the Lion, Book 18)

SHINING KING, THE (The Children of the Lion, Book 18)

by Peter Danielson

In the aftermath of King Saul's death, Israel is divided by a civil war that threatens to destroy the Twelve Tribes, and a young warrior risks his life to form an alliance with King David, the exalted slayer of Goliath.

Leap Over a Wall : Earthy Spirituality for Everyday Christians

Leap Over a Wall : Earthy Spirituality for Everyday Christians

by Eugene H. Peterson

Of all the characters in the Bible, it is David who is most human. His life is lived on the "rough-edged actuality" of real life, and his relationship with God is an energetic one. Through the passions, the trials, and the lyrical poetry of this beloved figure, we gain powerful insights into the role of God in our own lives. In this inspirational volume, Professor Eugene H. Peterson, translator of The Message, ... (more)

The Temple: Meeting Place of Heaven and Earth (Art and Imagination)

The Temple: Meeting Place of Heaven and Earth (Art and Imagination)

by John M. Lundquist

The idea of the temple - the holy precinct, the dwelling of the gods - is central to all religions. John Lundquist follows it back into the darkness of prehistory, unveiling features that are common to ancient Mesopotamian and Egyptian beliefs, Hinduism, Buddhism, Maya and Aztec cults, Islam, Judaism and Christianity; showing examples such as Borobudur, Angkor Wat and the biblical Temple of Solomon. The place of... (more)

David and Goliath (Family Time Bible Stories)

David and Goliath (Family Time Bible Stories)

by Andrew Gutelle

Retells the story of the shepherd boy who relies on his faith and defeats the Philistine warrior who has led an army against Israel's King Saul.

David the KingGladys Schmitt

David the King

by Gladys Schmitt

Of Dreams and Kings and Mystical Things

by Joyce Strong

Before King Author....there was King David Of Dreams and Kings and Mystical Things weaves an exciting prophetic drama of King David and of what the shape and fabric of his divine encounters might have been. His love for his Lord, his devotion and desire are magnified in the pages of this book. You will wish you were David as you read of the powerful relationship he experienced with his Lord. But read on- you... (more)

The Unannointed

The Unanointed

by Laurene Chinn

The Holy Bible

by Crossway Bibles

The English Standard Version (ESV) Bible is an essentially literal Bible translation that combines word-for-word precision and accuracy with literary excellence, beauty, and depth of meaning. Formatted especially for Kindle with chapter-level navigation for each book.

THE DARKER SIDE OF SAMUEL, SAUL AND DAVID

THE DARKER SIDE OF SAMUEL, SAUL AND DAVID

by G. D. Vreeland

Integrity is often discussed, challenged, occasionally vindicated; but what does it look like? Sometimes the best highlight of the diamond is the velvet against which it is cast. Likewise, narrative artistry subtly depicts flaws in character and flaws in leadership. When some ancients moved from insignificant provincials to emperors in a generation, why did those of the United Monarchy of Israel only achieved... (more)

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