David: King, Poet, and Warrior 2 Sam 11:1-5, 2 Sam 8:11-17; 2 Sam 11:25-27; Rom 1:18; 2 Sam 12:9-12; 2 Cor 10:5; Eph 6:17 Sin is: the greatness of God not admired the truth of God not sought the goodness of God not savored the faithfulness of God not trusted the commandments of God not obeyed the wrath of God not feared the grace of God not cherished the presence of God not prized the person of God not loved David has captivated people for centuries. From Michelangelo's famous statue to Malcolm Gladwell's recent book, the ancient king-poet-warrior compels our attention. But why? Maybe it's his infectious courage and love for God. Or maybe it's his transparent mistakes and weaknesses. No matter, there's simply something about him that intersects with our own human story.