1 Samuel 30: David Recovers All from the Amalekites

David returns to find Ziklag burned and every family carried off by Amalekite raiders, and his grieving men talk of stoning him. He draws strength from the LORD, pursues at His word, and recovers everyone and everything. He rules that supply guards share equally with fighters and sends gifts to Judah's elders.

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When David asked the LORD whether to pursue the raiders, what answer did he receive (1 Samuel 30:7-8)?

To go after them, since he would catch them and free the captivesTo send for Saul’s help, since he could not win the fight aloneTo wait three days, then go up and ask again before setting outTo stay in Ziklag, since the captives would be released by Achish