1 Samuel 24:1-7 (CSB)
Psalm 57:1-11 (CSB)
1. When the enemy approaches, take refuge in God
As David sat in the cave, he recognized the imagery of the cave itself as a the picture of God’s protection
Although just outside the cave the enemy was near, he knew the grace of God was enough to bring him through
2. The refuge starts in prayer
David’s journey of seeking refuge in the “shadow of God’s wings” began with an earnest prayer; crying out to God from the midst of the fear
3. It continues in trust
Prayer is not the weapon you need if you cannot trust the one you are calling on
David was aware he was surrounded, yet his trust in God was all he needed to survive
God brought him from loneliness and despair to encouragement and support
4. It is confirmed in worship
Vss 5-11 5 God, be exalted above the heavens; let your glory be over the whole earth. 6 They prepared a net for my steps; I was despondent. They dug a pit ahead of me, but they fell into it! 7 My heart is confident, God, my heart is confident. I will sing; I will sing praises. 8 Wake up, my soul! Wake up, harp and lyre! I will wake up the dawn. 9 I will praise you, Lord, among the peoples; I will sing praises to you among the nations. 10 For your faithful love is as high as the heavens; your faithfulness reaches the clouds. 11 God, be exalted above the heavens; let your glory be over the whole earth.
The only way to fully trust God in times of your greatest fear is to recognize God is greater than our problems
There is nothing we face God cannot overcome
Application
If David faced intense attacks after being anointed as the next king of Israel, you can be sure you will face them as well
Prayer is our greatest weapon against fear, anxiety and attacks
Never forget the greatness of God. Nothing is too hard for Him. (Jeremiah 32:27)

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