Question 5
DavidWhich of the following actions shows that King David was a man after God's own heart? He
- A.laid in ambush against Saul in the wilderness of Ziph
- B.attacked Saul's camp secretly when his spies gave him useful information
- C.ordered Abishai to slay Saul in his sleep.
- D.rejected the suggestion to slay Saul
- E.stealthily removed Saul's spear and water jar.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: D (rejected the suggestion to slay Saul)
Explanation
David refused to let Abishai kill Saul, the Lord's anointed, leaving him to God (1 Samuel 26:8-11).