Day 114: David Saves Keilah (2026)

On Day 114 of 'The Bible in a Year' podcast, Fr. Mike Schmitz explores 1 Samuel 23, focusing on David’s decision to save the city of Keilah from the Philistines. After being informed of the attack, David consults the Lord twice, demonstrating his reliance on divine guidance over personal instinct or human counsel. Despite his men’s fear, God affirms the mission, leading David to victory and deliverance. The episode then shifts to David’s flight from Saul, highlighting the near-capture at the wilderness of Maon, where Saul and David are separated by a ridge—Saul poised to strike, but diverted by a Philistine raid. Fr. Mike reflects on how often God intervenes in ways we don’t notice, delivering us from disaster without our awareness. He emphasizes the unseen hand of God in our lives, urging listeners to recognize the countless 'rocks of escape' they’ve experienced, even if only visible in hindsight. The reflection concludes with gratitude for the listeners’ perseverance and a call to continue praying for one another.