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2 Samuel 2:7 Β· KJV

"Therefore now let your hands be strengthened, and be ye valiant: for your master Saul is dead, and also the house of Judah have anointed me king over them."

King James Version

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Passage Context

5And David sent messengers unto the men of Jabesh-gilead, and said unto them, Blessed be ye of the LORD, that ye have shewed this kindness unto your lord, even unto Saul, and have buried him.
6And now the LORD shew kindness and truth unto you: and I also will requite you this kindness, because ye have done this thing.
7Therefore now let your hands be strengthened, and be ye valiant: for your master Saul is dead, and also the house of Judah have anointed me king over them.
8But Abner the son of Ner, captain of Saul's host, took Ish-bosheth the son of Saul, and brought him over to Mahanaim;
9And made him king over Gilead, and over the Ashurites, and over Jezreel, and over Ephraim, and over Benjamin, and over all Israel.

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Reflection Questions

1

What does it mean for you to be courageous in your own life?

2

How do you respond to change and new leadership?

3

When have you had to step up in a difficult situation?

Life Application

leadership

Consider how you can support leaders in your community or workplace. Offer encouragement and be a source of strength.

courage

Identify a situation where you need to be brave and take action, whether in your personal life or in your community.

People in This Verse

DavidBoth

The second king of Israel, known for his leadership, poetry, and a heart for God. He is a central figure in both Jewish and Christian traditions.

First appearance: 1 Samuel 16:1

Places in This Verse

Hebron(Hebron, West Bank today)

An ancient city in southern Judea, significant for its role in the early monarchy of Israel. It was the first capital of David's kingdom.

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