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David went out wherever Saul sent him, [and] behaved himself wisely: and Saul set him over the men of war, and it was good in the sight of all the people, and also in the sight of Saul`s servants.
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Wisdom Leads to Success
Commentators emphasize that David “behaved himself wisely” in every task. This wisdom, which scholars like John Gill attribute to God’s prospering presence, was the direct cause of his success and promotion. It shows that godly conduct and prudence are key to effectiveness and earning favor.
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1 Samuel
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19th Century
Anglican
And he was accepted. —The historian here calls special attention to the strange power David was able to acquire over the hearts of men. It…
Baptist
And gave it to David, and his garments, even to his sword, and to his bow, and to his girdle. And David went out whithersoever Saul sent him, a…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And David went out whithersoever Saul sent him About any business whatsoever, especially about martial affairs, for …
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Presbyterian
The friendship of David and Jonathan was the effect of Divine grace, which produces in true believers one heart and one soul, and causes them to lo…
