David Lives Among the Philistines. I Samuel 27

 

I Samuel 27 – David Lives Among the Philistines

 

David won a great victory over Saul, only to be overwhelmed by despair. He is discouraged, despondent, and doing something he should not have done. He leaves the land of Israel and goes to live among the Philistines. Such feelings are not unusual. You cannot have mountaintops without valleys. David should have talked to the Lord. He and Abiathar could have sought the mind of God together.

 

David had made some foolish decisions because he did not stop to ask the Lord. He stopped serving God and started thinking about survival. He trusted the enemy for protection and did not trust the Lord. As a result, he had to plot, kill, and lie to survive.

 

When you are discouraged, ask a trusted Christian friend to pray with you, and seek the Lord’s direction. Take time to confide in your friend. It gives a clearer perspective.

 

“Wait on the Lord, be of good courage, and He shall strengthen your heart.” Psalm 27:14

 

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J. Vernon McGee Commentary and Nelson’s Quick Reference Commentary.