David, a righteous leader, seeks God's guidance when faced with the need to help his people, who are being attacked by the Philistines. He inquires of the Lord, and God gives him permission to attack the Philistines and save the inhabitants of Keilah. David's obedience is not dependent on his rescue from Saul, but rather on his faith in God's sovereignty. [... more]

David's experiences with the Philistines and Saul teach us about the importance of supplication, reigning through the word, being rescued by the word, and the danger of bitterness. We learn to trust in God's word and to depend on it for guidance and strength, even in difficult circumstances. [... more]