I Samuel 22:1: So David departed from there and escaped to the cave of Adullam…

I Samuel 22:1: When his brothers and all his father’s household heard of it (David’s escape to the cave), they went down there to him.

I Samuel 22:2: And everyone who was in distress, and everyone who was in debt, and everyone who was discontented, gathered to him; and he became captain over them. Now there were about 400 men with him.

In Distress: “zuk” means “in distress” and also “under pressure, under stress”

In Debt: “nashah” menas “to lend on interest, to have a number of creditors”

Discontented: “maar nephesh” means “to be in bitterness of soul, to have been wronged and mistreated”

Psalm 57: Be gracious to me, O God, be gracious to me, For my soul takes refuge in Thee; And in the shadow of Thy wings I will take refuge, Until destruction passes by. I will cry to God Most High, To God who accomplishes all things for me. He will send from heaven and save me. . .

Be exalted above the heavens, O God Be exalted above the heavens, O God . . . My heart is steadfast, O God, my heart is steadfast; I will sing, yes. I will sing praises! . . . Be exalted above the heavens, O God; Let Thy glory be above all the earth.

Psalm 34: I will bless the Lord at all time His praise shall continually be in my mouth ... I sought the Lord, and He answered me, and delivered me from all my fears. O taste and see that the Lord is good; how blessed is the man who takes refuge in Him!

Why did such a major change take place in David’s life and attitude? 1. Because David hurt enough to admit his need.

Why did such a major change take place in David’s life and attitude? 1. Because David hurt enough to admit his need. 2. David was honest enough to cry for help.

Why did such a major change take place in David’s life and attitude? 1. Because David hurt enough to admit his need. 2. David was honest enough to cry for help. 3. David was humble enough to learn from God.

In Thee, O Lord, I have taken refuge.” Psalm 31:1

“refuge” in Hebrew speaks of a protective place, a place of safety, security and secrecy.

Why do we need a refuge? Because we are in distress and sorrow accompanies us

Why do we need a refuge? Because we are in distress and sorrow accompanies us Because we are sinful and guilt accuses us.

Why do we need a refuge? Because we are in distress and sorrow accompanies us Because we are sinful and guilt accuses us. Because we are surrounded by adversaries and misunderstandings assaults us.