Ep 3.14 Un-Ladylike: Bathsheba with the Rev. Carla Christopher

Bathsheba is certainly another matriarch that makes lemonade out of lemons. Is it to protect her family and future children? She is a victim on a sexual power move and scandal that costs her husband his life. What is she to do in the midst of such horror and trauma? With God’s help, she becomes a queen and wise leader. Let’s talk about it.

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Discussion Questions:

1. Sit with the story of how Bathsheba becomes David’s wife. What sticks out to you as uncomfortable?

2. What power structures and disparities are in play in this story?

3. Does power hinder our ability to let God in?

4. What do you think of how David chooses to deal with his sin?

5. What do you think about how Bathsheba responds in her new circumstance?

6. How does this conversation between Pastor Carla and Pastor A.J. change your view of King David?

7. What parallels do you see between Bathsheba and Mary?

8. Where is God at work in this story through these very real and imperfect people?

9. What does this story tell us about people’s identity and how God works through each of us?