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With whom my hand shall be established. My arm will also strengthen him.
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A Promise for Two Kings
Commentators unanimously see this promise as having a dual fulfillment. While originally spoken to King David, ensuring God's constant support for his reign, scholars like Spurgeon and Matthew Henry emphasize that it points to 'a greater than David.' The promise is most fully and perfectly realized in Jesus Christ, the ultimate anointed King, who was constantly strengthened by God the Father to complete the work of salvation.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
With whom my hand shall be established—Septuagint: “My hand shall aid him.” Luther: “My hand shall hold him.” DeWette: “With him my…
19th Century
Baptist
I have found David my servant; with my holy oil have I anointed him: with whom my hand shall be established: mine arm also shall strengthen him…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
With whom my hand shall be established A promise of God's gracious presence with Christ, as man and Mediator, which …
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The Lord anointed David with the holy oil, not only as an emblem of the graces and gifts he received, but as a type of Christ, the King, Priest, an…