1 Samuel 23:1-3

Christian Standard Bible Anglicised

Deliverance at Keilah

23 It was reported to David, ‘Look, the Philistines are fighting against Keilah^(A) and raiding the threshing-floors.’

² So David enquired of the Lord:^(B) ‘Should I launch an attack against these Philistines? ’

The Lord answered David, ‘Launch an attack against the Philistines and rescue Keilah.’

³ But David’s men said to him, ‘Look, we’re afraid here in Judah; how much more if we go to Keilah against the Philistine forces! ’