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1 Samuel 16:4 · KJV

"And Samuel did that which the LORD spake, and came to Beth-lehem. And the elders of the town trembled at his coming, and said, Comest thou peaceably?"

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Passage Context

2And Samuel said, How can I go? if Saul hear it, he will kill me. And the LORD said, Take an heifer with thee, and say, I am come to sacrifice to the LORD.
3And call Jesse to the sacrifice, and I will shew thee what thou shalt do: and thou shalt anoint unto me him whom I name unto thee.
4And Samuel did that which the LORD spake, and came to Beth-lehem. And the elders of the town trembled at his coming, and said, Comest thou peaceably?
5And he said, Peaceably: I am come to sacrifice unto the LORD: sanctify yourselves, and come with me to the sacrifice. And he sanctified Jesse and his sons, and called them to the sacrifice.
6And it came to pass, when they were come, that he looked on Eliab, and said, Surely the LORD'S anointed is before him.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you react when faced with unexpected situations?

2

What does peace mean to you in times of uncertainty?

3

When have you felt apprehensive about fulfilling a task God has given you?

Life Application

relationships

Approach difficult conversations with a spirit of peace. Trust that God will guide you through challenging interactions.

People in This Verse

SamuelOT

Samuel became a major prophet and leader in Israel, anointing the first two kings. His birth was a direct answer to Hannah's fervent prayers.

First appearance: 1 Samuel 1:20

Places in This Verse

Bethlehem(Bethlehem, West Bank today)

A town of great significance in Israel's history, known as the birthplace of David and later, Jesus. It was a center of prophetic activity during Samuel's time.

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