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God Chooses the Humble
Commentators unanimously highlight that God chose David not from a royal family, but from the humble life of a shepherd. John Calvin explains this magnifies God's grace, showing that His choices are not based on worldly status but on His sovereign will. This elevation from the sheepfold to the throne demonstrates that God often works through the lowly and unexpected.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 78:70
18th Century
Theologian
He chose David also his servant – He chose him that he might set him over his people as their king. The idea is that David was sele…
Charles Spurgeon
On Psalm 78:70–72
19th Century
Preacher
Blessed be God who puts away the sin of His people, because He delights in mercy!
John Calvin
On Psalms 78:70
16th Century
Theologian
And he chose David his servant. After mentioning the temple, the prophet now proceeds to speak of the kingdom; for these two things were t…
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John Gill
On Psalms 78:70
17th Century
Pastor
He chose David also his servant
To be king of Israel, the youngest of his father's family, when he rejected all the …
Matthew Henry
On Psalms 78:56–72
17th Century
Minister
After the Israelites were settled in Canaan, their children were like their fathers. God gave them his testimonies, but they turned back. Presumptu…