1 Samuel 29:6 A Good Report
So Achish called David and said to him, "As surely as the LORD lives, you have been reliable, and I would be pleased to have you serve with me in the army. From the day you came to me until today, I have found no fault in you, bu the rulers don't approve of you."... Continue Reading →
1 Samuel 25:30-31 Stop Needless Bloodshed
When the LORD has fulfilled for my lord every good thing he promised concerning him and has appointed him ruler over Israel, my lord will not have on his conscience the staggering burden of needless bloodshed or of having avenged himself. And when the LORD your God has brought my lord success, remember your servant."... Continue Reading →
1 Samuel 24:5-6 Striking Back
Afterward, David was conscience-stricken for having cut off a corner of his robe. He said to his men, "The LORD forbid that I should do such a thing to my master, the LORD's anointed, or lay my hand on him; for he is the anointed of the LORD." 1 Samuel 24:5-6 King Saul was set... Continue Reading →
1 Samuel 23:1-2 Seeking God’s Guidance
When David was told, "Look, the Philistines are fighting against Keilah and are looting the threshing floors," he inquired of the LORD, saying, "Shall I go and attack these Philistines?" The LORD answered him, "Go, attack the Philistines and save Keilah." 1 Samuel 23:1-2 David had been on the run from King Saul, who was... Continue Reading →