(17:1-3) Now the Philistines gathered their forces for war and assembled at Sokoh in Judah. They pitched camp at Ephes Dammim, between Sokoh and Azekah. 2 Saul and the Israelites assembled and camped in the Valley of Elah and drew up their battle line to meet the Philistines. 3 The Philistines occupied one hill and the Israelites another, with the valley between them.
The Philistines and Israelites squared off opposite one another across the valley of Elah.
James is an elder at Dwell Community Church, where he teaches classes in theology, apologetics, and weekly Bible studies.
