Community Group Questions

1. Read I Sam 23:14. David faced relentless pursuit by Saul, leading to battle fatigue. How do you recognize when stress is taking a toll on your faith? What are some warning signs that you are experiencing "stress fractures" in your spiritual life?

2. David was running in fear for his life, but later strengthened himself in the Lord. How can we shift from a fear-based mindset to a faith-filled response when facing distress?

3. David fled to the Philistine territory as a temporary escape from Saul, but it came with a price. When faced with stress, we often seek the easiest way out. What are some ways people today try to "escape" stress rather than dealing with it through faith? How can we avoid making fear-based decisions?

4. Focus on I Sam 30:6. David encouraged himself in the Lord by remembering God's past faithfulness. How can recalling God’s past victories in your life help you overcome current stress and trials? What are some practical ways to make "rehearsing God's faithfulness" a regular habit?