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1 Samuel 14:19 · KJV

"And it came to pass, while Saul talked unto the priest, that the noise that was in the host of the Philistines went on and increased: and Saul said unto the priest, Withdraw thine hand."

King James Version

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Passage Context

17Then said Saul unto the people that were with him, Number now, and see who is gone from us. And when they had numbered, behold, Jonathan and his armourbearer were not there.
18And Saul said unto Ahiah, Bring hither the ark of God. For the ark of God was at that time with the children of Israel.
19And it came to pass, while Saul talked unto the priest, that the noise that was in the host of the Philistines went on and increased: and Saul said unto the priest, Withdraw thine hand.
20And Saul and all the people that were with him assembled themselves, and they came to the battle: and, behold, every man's sword was against his fellow, and there was a very great discomfiture.
21Moreover the Hebrews that were with the Philistines before that time, which went up with them into the camp from the country round about, even they also turned to be with the Israelites that were with Saul and Jonathan.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you seek guidance in times of uncertainty?

2

What does it mean for you to withdraw and listen?

3

When have you found clarity in the midst of chaos?

Life Application

guidance

Take time to pray and seek God's guidance in a current situation.

chaos

Identify a source of noise in your life and consider how to withdraw from it.

People in This Verse

SaulOT

Saul was the first king of Israel, chosen by God but later rejected for disobedience. His life serves as a cautionary tale about pride and the consequences of turning away from God.

First appearance: 1 Samuel 9:1

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