5 pairs
In 1 Samuel 23:2, David inquires of the Lord whether he should go and attack the Philistines, similar to how the Israelites in Judges 20:18 seek God's guidance before going into battle against the Benjamites.
Thematic focusSeeking God's Guidance, Divine Direction.
1 Samuel 23:14 describes David's time in the wilderness, where he is pursued by Saul. Psalm 54:3-4, attributed to David during this time, reflects his trust in God despite being surrounded by enemies.
Thematic focusTrust in God, Deliverance from Enemies.
Jonathan strengthens David's hand in God in 1 Samuel 23:16, exemplifying the principle found in Proverbs 27:17, where iron sharpens iron, highlighting the importance of godly friendship and encouragement.
Thematic focusFriendship, Encouragement, Strength in God.
In 1 Samuel 23:26-28, David narrowly escapes Saul's pursuit. Psalm 18:17-19, a psalm of David, celebrates God's deliverance from his enemies, reflecting his experiences of divine rescue.
Thematic focusDivine Rescue, God's Protection.
David learns that the men of Keilah will betray him to Saul in 1 Samuel 23:12. This reflects the wisdom of being 'wise as serpents and innocent as doves' as Jesus advises in Matthew 10:16, highlighting the need for discernment.
Thematic focusDiscernment, Betrayal, Wisdom.