If you’ve been watching Amazon’s new show House of David, you might have some of the same questions I do. The series makes several references to King David’s childhood, including the claim that he was a bastard. Like many productions, it takes creative liberties with Biblical history—but it’s crucial that we turn to Scripture to understand the truth of God’s Word.

The Moabite Stone, or Mesha Stele, stands as one of the most significant archaeological finds in the ancient Near East, providing crucial insight into the biblical world. Discovered in 1868, the stone bears the inscription of King Mesha of Moab, commemorating his military victories over Israel and his restoration of Moabite sovereignty over territory once controlled by Israel. Notably, it mentions the "House of David," marking the first external reference to King David.

Have you ever felt like you're wrestling with God—struggling to understand, to trust, or to simply hold on? If so, you’re not alone. In fact, the very name Israel means “He strives with God.” It was first given to Jacob after he wrestled with God and prevailed (Genesis 32:28). …But here’s the incredible part of the story: God never intended for His people to strive forever. He had a greater promise in mind—Immanuel, which means "God with us." …

Have you ever felt like your best efforts to live righteously are worthless? Maybe you didn’t even think about it until you went to church on Sunday and your pastor completely twisted Isaiah 64, and as you looked around wondering if anyone else noticed, the guilt set in; the shame set in… Because no matter what you do to honor God, all your works amount to nothing more than "filthy rags"?

Right before David faced Goliath, Saul tried to prepare him for battle in a worldly way—by giving him his own royal armor. But David knew it wasn’t meant for him. He had never tested it, and more importantly, it was not how God had prepared him to fight. Instead, David chose to rely on what he knew—his sling, his faith, and most importantly, his trust in the LORD.