1Sa 23:1 | MHM | STEP | David Delivers Keilah David was sent to Judah by the prophet Gad for an important reason (1 Samuel 22:5 ). God wanted David to care for the people, even when Saul neglected his duty as king. David was called to do good, even to those who treated him badly. In this way, he showed a Christ-like example, doing good for his enemies. v. 1 : News came to David that the Philistines were attacking the city of Keilah and stealing grain from the surrounding countryside . It is likely that the Philistines felt confident to attack because both God and David had left Saul. When a leader oppresses God's people, it often leads to more trouble for the whole country. If Saul fought against David, the Philistines would fight against Saul's land.

‏ 1 Samuel 23:1

David Delivers Keilah

David was sent to Judah by the prophet Gad for an important reason (1 Samuel 22:5 ^a). God wanted David to care for the people, even when Saul neglected his duty as king. David was called to do good, even to those who treated him badly. In this way, he showed a Christ-like example, doing good for his enemies.

v. 1: News came to David that the Philistines were attacking the city of Keilah and stealing grain from the surrounding countryside . It is likely that the Philistines felt confident to attack because both God and David had left Saul. When a leader oppresses God's people, it often leads to more trouble for the whole country. If Saul fought against David, the Philistines would fight against Saul's land.