1 Samuel 26:4 David therefore sent out spies, and understood that Saul was come in very deed. The concept of a scout is an old one. In the Bible, scouts are referred to as a spy, but the concept remains the same in forewarning and information gathering without being seen. This time in David's life … Continue reading Some Basics of Scouting
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Blending In
One of the basic tenents of fieldcraft is entering an area and remaining there unseen. Not only getting from on location to another efficiently, but also in a manner that doesn't attract undue attention to yourself. We find this skill put to practice in 1 Samuel 26:3-4 "....When he saw that Saul came after him [David] … Continue reading Blending In
Observation
Set up the standard on the walls of Babylon; Make the guard strong, set up the watchmen, prepare the ambushes. For the LORD has both devised and done what he spoke against the inhabitants of Babylon. Jeremiah 51:12 In preparing for battle with Babylon Jeremiah describes the actions to take place, specifically saying to establish … Continue reading Observation
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