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The Unbreakable "If"
Commentators unanimously emphasize that God's promise to establish Solomon's kingdom forever was conditional. The word "if" is central to the verse. While the Davidic covenant was certain, the blessing for an individual king depended on his personal and consistent obedience to God's commands. This highlights the interplay between God's sovereign promises and human responsibility.
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1 Chronicles
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Albert Barnes
On 1 Chronicles 28:7
18th Century
Theologian
If he is constant - The conditional character of the promise made to David regarding the continuance of his posterity on the Jewish throne (…
Charles Ellicott
On 1 Chronicles 28:7
19th Century
Bishop
Moreover I will establish his kingdom for ever. —This is also found in 1 Chronicles 22:10 (at the end).
Charles Spurgeon
On 1 Chronicles 28:6–8
19th Century
Preacher
Thus he talked with the great number of the nobility and leading men of his kingdom who were gathered around him.
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John Gill
On 1 Chronicles 28:7
17th Century
Pastor
Moreover, I will establish his kingdom for ever
The same is said in (2 Samuel 7:13)
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Matthew Henry
On 1 Chronicles 28:1–10
17th Century
Minister
During David's last illness, many chief priests and Levites were in Jerusalem. When he found himself able, David spoke of his intention to build a …