Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Summary

But David could not go before it to inquire of God: for he was afraid because of the sword of the angel of the LORD.

Bible References

He was afraid

Hebrews 12:28
Therefore, let us, who have received a kingdom that cannot be shaken, be thankful, and so offer acceptable worship to God, with awe and reverence.
Revelation 1:17
And, when I saw him, I fell at his feet like one dead. He laid his hand on me and said-- 'Do not be afraid. I am the First and the Last,
Revelation 15:4
Who will not reverence and praise thy Name, O Lord? Thou alone art holy! All nations will come and worship before thee, for thy judgments have become manifest.'