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1 Kings 8:16

King James Version (KJV)

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1 Kings 8:16

Verse 16 of 66

Scripture focus

Since the day that I brought forth my people Israel out of Egypt, I chose no city out of all the tribes of Israel to build an house, that my name might be therein; but I chose David to be over my people Israel.

1 Kings 8:16 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on 1 Kings 8:16

Theological / Devotional

I chose David. The choice of God is not one of blind preference or prejudice, but of wisdom and love. As God chose Israel from among the nations, as He chose Jerusalem from among the numerous cities of Israel, so He chose David for purposes of blessing and salvation to all people. When God chose David He looked not at outward appearances but at the heart (1 Sam. 16:7).

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