Recount our protection over you and your flocks. Send whatever you have. David's men obey. Nabal reviles David and refuses to send food ignoring David's protection. Nabal does not follow area custom of receiving guests and showing gratitude.
Men return empty-handed and recount their experience.
David loses his head and becomes angry enough to shed innocent blood. Rejection, bitterness and rebellion against God's decree happened very quickly. Willing to involve 400 men in his sin. Reports David's kindness and protection. Gave advice to Abigail.