Leap over a Wall: Earthy Spirituality for Everyday Christians

Overview

"I can leap over a wall."

Is it Superman? No, it's David: shepherd boy, king of Israel, and a man after God's own heart. David wasn't perfect; he was just a man who had a unique and intimate relationship with his Creator.

In this refreshing Bible study by author and pastor Eugene H. Peterson, you'll learn about David from those who knew him. By seeing how God enabled him to do amazing things, you'll be able to recognize how God is working in your own life.

Get better acquainted with David, yourself, and the God who provides refuge, strength, and peace.

• 20 sessions
• To be used in conjunction with Leap Over a Wall, by Eugene H. Peterson (HarperCollins)

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781665098342
Publisher:	HarperCollins
Publication date:	05/15/2025
Product dimensions:	5.30(w) x 7.50(h) x 0.00(d)

About the Author

Eugene H. Peterson is a pastor, scholar, author, and poet. He has written more than thirty books, including Gold Medallion Book Award winner The Message: The Bible in Contemporary Language. Peterson earned his BA in philosophy from Seattle Pacific University, his STB from New York Theological Seminary, and his MA in Semitic languages from Johns Hopkins University. He is Professor Emeritus of Spiritual Theology at Regent College in Vancouver, British Columbia. He now lives in Montana with his wife, Jan.

Table of Contents

Welcome 7

How to Use This Reflective Study Guide 9

Chapter 1 Stories David Jesus 11

Chapter 2 Names David Samuel 19

Chapter 3 Work David Saul 25

Chapter 4 Imagination David Goliath 33

Chapter 5 Friendship David Jonathan 41

Chapter 6 Sanctuary David Doeg 47

Chapter 7 Wilderness: David at En-gedi 55

Chapter 8 Beauty David Abigail 63

Chapter 9 Company: David at Ziklag 69

Chapter 10 Generosity: David at the Brook Besor 77

Chapter 11 Grief: David in Lament 85

Chapter 12 Boneheads: David and the Sons of Zeruiah 91

Chapter 13 Growth David Jerusalem 97

Chapter 14 Religion David Uzzah 103

Chapter 15 Sovereign Grace David Nathan 111

Chapter 16 Love David Mephibosheth 117

Chapter 17 Sin David Bathsheba 125

Chapter 18 Suffering David Absalom 131

Chapter 19 Theology David God 139

Chapter 20 Death David Abishag 145