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David

King of Israel and psalmist, used as an example of repentance and praise.

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First appearance: i a day at a time

David shows up with force in God in Front. The page is where that presence becomes real.

David is the traditional author of Psalm 21, which provides the chapter's key verse: 'Thou preventest him with the blessings of goodness.'
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In God in Front: David is the traditional author of Psalm 21, which provides the chapter's key verse: 'Thou preventest him with the blessings of goodness.' Later, in Now-a-Days: David is the servant who sent men to…

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Cautionary and Redemptive Examples
  • Diverse Moral and Spiritual Illustrations
  • Exemplary Biblical Figures

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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.

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  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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