1 Samuel 16:21-23

New International Reader's Version

²¹ David went to Saul and began to serve him. Saul liked him very much. David became one of the men who carried Saul’s armor. ²² Saul sent a message to Jesse. Saul said, “Let David stay here. I want him to serve me. I’m pleased with him.”

²³ When the evil spirit sent by God would come on Saul, David would get his harp and play it. That would help Saul. He would feel better, and the evil spirit would leave him.