The Paul Tripp Podcast 927. David and Jonathan | David 5
Sep 9, 2025
Explore the powerful bond between David and Jonathan as they face the lethal threat from King Saul. Delve into the themes of courage and loyalty amid danger, contrasting Saul's destructive anger with David's unyielding faith. Discover how these biblical narratives reflect our own struggles and the importance of grace. Finally, find hope and reassurance in trusting Jesus, highlighting the transformative power of faith through a heartfelt discussion.
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Anger Is First Against God
- Saul's anger originates vertically toward God before it erupts horizontally at people.
- Paul Tripp shows this reveals slavery to sin, not merely personal conflict.
Sin Enslaves Through Hidden Vertical Anger
- Unchecked sin damages the soul and enslaves a person to obsession, depression, and rage.
- Tripp warns that blaming others merely masks a deeper vertical struggle with God.
Counseling Revealed Hidden Anger Toward God
- Paul Tripp recounts being surprised by how much anger toward God he saw in counseling.
- He discovered many struggles with interpersonal anger trace back to questions about God's plan.