Book excerpt: Heres the third volume of six in this devotional novel about the life of David, whos now the King of Israel. The civil war has ended. Now he is faced with the gargantuan task of reclaiming the land from the Philistine hoards. His ability to strategize, lead and organize are recognized as his greatest moments. Commitment and success come at a great price however as he loses his two dearest possessions and finds himself fighting for his life against unearthly evil. A lesson about power and wealth come late - too late to stop our heros slide into an abyss.