1Sa 16:4 | MHM | STEP | v. 4 : Samuel obeys and goes to Bethlehem. The elders of the city are afraid when they see him, perhaps worried he brings a message of judgment or that Saul will be angry with them for welcoming Samuel. They ask if he comes in peace (1 Samuel 16:4; 1 Samuel 16:4 ).

‏ 1 Samuel 16:4

v. 4: Samuel obeys and goes to Bethlehem. The elders of the city are afraid when they see him, perhaps worried he brings a message of judgment or that Saul will be angry with them for welcoming Samuel. They ask if he comes in peace (1 Samuel 16:4; 1 Samuel 16:4 ^a).