And David became more and more powerful, because
the Lord Almighty was with him. 1 Chronicles 11:9
Footnote: David's power increased as a direct result of
his consistent trust in God. In contrast, Saul's power decreased because he
wanted all the credit for himself and ignored God (1 Samuel
15:17-26).
Then the Spirit came upon Amasai, chief of the
Thirty, and he said: We are yours, O David! We are with you, O son of Jesse!
Success, success to you, and success to those who help you, for your God will
help you. 12:18
Footnote: How did the Holy Spirit work in Old Testament
times? When there was an important job to be done, God chose a person to do it,
and the Spirit gave that person the needed power and ability. The Spirit gave
Bezalel artistic ability. Jephthah military prowess. David power to rule and
Zechariah an authoritative word of prophecy. Here the Holy Spirit came upon
David's warriors. The Spirit came upon individuals in order to accomplish
specific goals. Beginning at Pentecost, however, the Spirit came upon all
believers, not only to empower them to do God's will, but also to dwell in them
day by day (Acts 2:14-21).
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All footnotes taken from the Life Application Study Bible, NIV
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