2Sa 23:1-3 | MHM | STEP | David's Last Words This section describes the final words and wisdom of King David. David reflects on his life as the anointed of God, the sweet psalmist of Israel, and a ruler over men. He shares insights about the character and expectations of godly leadership, as well as his own hope and trust in God's everlasting covenant. v. 1 : David, the son of Jesse, was the man raised up by God to be the anointed king of Israel and the sweet psalmist who composed many of the psalms. He was entrusted with leading God's people and praising Him through music and worship .

‏ 2 Samuel 23:1-3

David's Last Words

This section describes the final words and wisdom of King David. David reflects on his life as the anointed of God, the sweet psalmist of Israel, and a ruler over men. He shares insights about the character and expectations of godly leadership, as well as his own hope and trust in God's everlasting covenant.

v. 1: David, the son of Jesse, was the man raised up by God to be the anointed king of Israel and the sweet psalmist who composed many of the psalms. He was entrusted with leading God's people and praising Him through music and worship .

v. 2-3: David declares that the Spirit of the LORD spoke through him, and the God of Israel spoke words of wisdom to him. He emphasizes that a ruler over men must be just, ruling in the fear of God (2 Samuel 23:2-3 ^a).

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