Psalms 89:20

"Then you spoke in vision to your saints, and said, “I have given strength to the warrior. I have exalted a young man from the people."

Key Reflection

This verse speaks of divine empowerment and leadership. God assures his faithful that he strengthens those who serve him, elevating them for their important roles, much like a warrior or a leader chosen from among the people.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

I have found David my servant -That is, I found him among the sheepfolds; in humble life. I saw there one who was qualified for the high office of being the ruler of the nation, and I designated, or set him apart, for that office. The idea is, that there was in him a precious qualification for this work, and that God had seen this, and, in accordance with this, had summoned him to his service. With my holy oil have I anointed him -By the hand of Samuel.1 Samuel 16:13. Oil was used in setting apart prophets, priests, and kings.

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