Did David abuse his power over Bathsheba? In this episode, Nate and Tim take a closer look at one of the most debated stories in the Bible. This is the first part of a conversation on difficult narratives in Scripture, exploring power dynamics, consent, and how we interpret ancient texts. They discuss the David and Bathsheba story, the role of troubling accounts in the Hebrew Bible, and why context matters. (More)

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