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1 Samuel 19:8 · KJV

"And there was war again: and David went out, and fought with the Philistines, and slew them with a great slaughter; and they fled from him."

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Passage Context

6And Saul hearkened unto the voice of Jonathan: and Saul sware, As the LORD liveth, he shall not be slain.
7And Jonathan called David, and Jonathan shewed him all those things. And Jonathan brought David to Saul, and he was in his presence, as in times past.
8And there was war again: and David went out, and fought with the Philistines, and slew them with a great slaughter; and they fled from him.
9And the evil spirit from the LORD was upon Saul, as he sat in his house with his javelin in his hand: and David played with his hand.
10And Saul sought to smite David even to the wall with the javelin; but he slipped away out of Saul's presence, and he smote the javelin into the wall: and David fled, and escaped that night.

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Reflection Questions

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How do you handle conflict in your life?

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What does victory look like for you?

3

When have you felt empowered to overcome a challenge?

Life Application

faith

Trust in God's strength during your battles, knowing He equips you for challenges.

work

Approach challenges at work with confidence, knowing that perseverance can lead to success.

People in This Verse

DavidBoth

The second king of Israel, known for his leadership, poetry, and a heart for God. He is a central figure in both Jewish and Christian traditions.

First appearance: 1 Samuel 16:1

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