Cross-references Explore similar Bible verses on 1 Samuel 18:16 in English Standard Version "But all Israel and Judah loved David, for he went out and came in before them." 1Sa 18:5 And David went out and was successful wherever Saul sent him, so that Saul set him over the men of war. And this was good in the sight of all the people and also in the sight of Saul’s servants.