1 Samuel 25:30 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And it shall come to pass, when the LORD shall have done to my lord according to all the good that he hath spoken concerning thee, and shall have appointed thee ruler over Israel;

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

And when the LORD has done for my lord everything good that he has promised you, and has made you ruler over Israel,

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The writer is expressing faith that God will fulfill all His promises to make David the future king of Israel.

📚 Historical Context

This verse is part of Abigail's speech to David when she interceded to prevent him from attacking her foolish husband Nabal. At this time, David was still fleeing from King Saul and had not yet become king, though he had been secretly anointed by Samuel. Abigail recognized David's divine calling and destiny to rule Israel.

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