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In times past, even when Saul was king, it was you who led out and brought in Israel: and Yahweh your God said to you, You shall be shepherd of my people Israel, and you shall be prince over my people Israel.
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Leadership Proven by Service
The people of Israel acknowledged David's leadership based on his past actions. Commentators explain that "leading out and bringing in Israel" refers to his proven military command under Saul. This shows that David's path to the throne was paved with a history of faithful and effective service, illustrating the principle that true greatness is demonstrated through usefulness.
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1 Chronicles
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19th Century
Anglican
In time past. — Yesterday, or three days ago. A very indefinite phrase, used in Genesis 31:2 of a time fourteen …
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
(See Gill on Exodus 40:9).
Presbyterian
David was brought to possess the throne of Israel after he had reigned seven years in Hebron, over Judah only. God's counsels will be fulfilled at …
