KJV ORIGINAL
And David went on, and grew great, and the LORD God of hosts was with him.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
David continued to become more and more powerful and successful, and the LORD God Almighty was with him.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse shows that David's growing power and success came because God was with him every step of the way.
📚 Historical Context
This verse comes after David has been anointed king over all Israel and has just conquered Jerusalem, making it his capital city. At this point in his reign, David was unifying the twelve tribes of Israel under his leadership and establishing his kingdom. The phrase 'LORD God of hosts' refers to God as the commander of heavenly armies, emphasizing His supreme power and authority.
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