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David reigned at Hebron for seven-and-one-half years before the men of Israel asked him to become their king, recognizing his divine appointment (vv. 1-2). David made a covenant with the elders (v. 3) pledging his loyalty to the requirements of the law of Moses (Deut. 17:14-20). Then …

In this chapter Jesus began to do something He had not done before. He began to teach in parables which was to make a comparison between a known truth and an unknown truth. Some define it as an earthly story with a heavenly meaning. He did not do this to confuse or condemn the pe …

The people spread through the land of Egypt rather rapidly. Jeremiah calls them all together after they have been there a few months and announces to them that they are still doing the same things that brought judgment on them in Judah (vv. 1-7). Jeremiah says; the Lord told me t …

In this chapter Moses turns his attention to two of Israel’s problems: pride and self-righteousness. Instead of receiving the blessings of the Promised Land as unmerited gifts of grace, Israel felt they deserved the land. The reason is not given; perhaps it was because they felt it was promised to …

Moses pronounced his blessing upon each tribe just before his death. Only ten tribes were listed. The tribe of Simeon was omitted, perhaps due to Jacob’s prediction that Simeon would be scattered (Genesis 49:7) and her land would be divided with the children of Judah (Joshua 19:1). Joseph’s …

Our speech has great power for good or evil. A gentle word often will calm a very angry person while sharp and cutting remarks will only make him more angry (v. 1). It shows far more character to meet an angry man in quietness of spirit and speak cool, calm word …

She is more valuable than rubies (v. 10). Her husband has great confidence in her (v. 11). Her household management enhances the family’s wealth. She is a great asset to her husband as she supports and encourages him all the days of her life (v. 12). She enjoys her work as she weaves …

Many brave and experienced soldiers came to Hebron (300,000) to make David king over a once again united monarchy. Every tribe was represented, including the Levites and both halves (east and west of Jordan) of Manaseh. The decision to make David king was one of total unity. All …

God said that we should serve our Creator. Idolaters do the opposite by serving or worshiping what they have made rater than the One who make them. Having pointed out the foolishness of idolatry, Isaiah reminds His people of their proper relationship to God (vv 21-22). Al …

All this time Joab has not forgotten that Abner had slain his brother. Joab took things into his own hands by having Abner return to Hebron (v. 26). Pretending to whisper something of importance to Abner, Joab took him aside and stabbed him to death. Hebron was one of the c …