1 Samuel 28:4

“And the Philistines gathered themselves together, and came and pitched in Shunem: and Saul gathered all Israel together, and they pitched in Gilboa.”

"And the Philistines gathered themselves together, and came and pitched in Shunem: and Saul gathered all Israel together, and they pitched in Gilboa." - 1 Samuel 28:4
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What does 1 Samuel 28:4 mean?

The Bible verse 1 Samuel 28:4 from the King James Version (KJV) reads, "And the Philistines gathered themselves together, and came and pitched in Shunem: and Saul gathered all Israel together, and they pitched in Gilboa." This verse comes from the Old Testament, specifically the…

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Confronting Fear: Lessons from Saul at Gilboa

In this tumultuous narrative of 1 Samuel 28:4, we find a gripping scene that marks the beginning of Saul's descent into despair: "And the Philistines gathered themselves together, and came and pitched in Shunem: and Saul gathered all Israel together, and they pitched in Gilboa."…

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Prayer for Guidance and Strength in Times of Trial

O Gracious and Mighty God, We come before You today with humble hearts, seeking Your presence in the midst of our trials and tribulations. Lord, as we reflect on the words of 1 Samuel 28:4 – "And the Philistines gathered themselves together, and came and pitched in Shunem: and…

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1 Samuel 15:28 - "And Samuel said unto him, The LORD hath rent the kingdom of Israel from thee this day, and hath given it to a neighbour of thine, that is better than thou."
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1 Samuel 3:4 - "That the LORD called Samuel: and he answered, Here am I."
1 Samuel 28:20 - "Then Saul fell straightway all along on the earth, and was sore afraid, because of the words of Samuel: and there was no strength in him; for he had eaten no bread all the day, nor all the night."
1 Samuel 28:6 - "And when Saul enquired of the LORD, the LORD answered him not, neither by dreams, nor by Urim, nor by prophets."
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