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praying again

1 Samuel 23:1-5 (JDV)

1 Samuel 23:1 It was reported to David: “Notice, the Philistines are fighting against Keilah and raiding the threshing floors.”
1 Samuel 23:2 So David inquired of Yahveh: “Should I go and attack these Philistines?” Yahveh answered David, “Go and attack the Philistines and rescue Keilah.”
1 Samuel 23:3 But David’s men said to him, “Notice, we’re afraid here in Judah; how much more if we go to Keilah against the Philistine forces!”
1 Samuel 23:4 Once again, David inquired of Yahveh, and Yahveh answered him: “Go at once to Keilah, for I will hand the Philistines over to you.”
1 Samuel 23:5 Then David and his men went to Keilah, fought against the Philistines, drove their livestock away, and inflicted heavy losses on them. So, David rescued the inhabitants of Keilah.

praying again

David’s men were naturally concerned since they would be outnumbered and outsourced. David showed wisdom in listening to their concerns and taking them seriously. He prayed again — looking for confirmation from God. God gave him that confirmation, and that was enough to encourage his men. When faced with a challenge, and there is some question about which move is proper, it is always wise to pray again and seek a clear answer from the LORD.