Saul was desperately trying to kill David. (It’s like President Trump put a hit contract on you.) And, because he aided David, Ahimelech, the priest of Nob, and all his family were slain. Can you imagine the weight of grief and guilt that laid upon David.

Yes, David lived a rewarding and noble life, but the distresses he encountered on the journey of his life were great.

“Many are the afflictions of the righteous, but the Lord delivers him from them all.”  -David [Ps. 34:19]

PRAYER: Lord, as we encounter hardship in this life, may we remember David and his sufferings. Bring us through like you did for him.

READ: 1 Sam. 21-23