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Second Samuel 23:8-39 and 1 Chronicles 11:10-47 list a group of people known as mighty men of David or David's mighty men. They are also referred to as the "thirty chiefs" (1 Chronicles 11:15) and ...

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David’s mighty warriors and heroes are described in 2 Samuel 23:8-39, 1 Chronicles 11:26-12:40. These valiant men exhibited courage and bravery and were honored for their achievements for their king.

They picture those in the present age who will be rewarded by the Lord, the Son of David. They provide valuable lessons of traits the Lord looks for in His people.

First, they acknowledged David as the rightful shepherd and king, 1 Chronicles 11:1-3, and covenanted with him before the Lord. They accepted him because he first cared about them, 1 Samuel 22:1-2. Believers now likewise love the Lord because He first loved them. Just as many men joined with David when he was a fugitive from Saul, so many have joined with Jesus in His time of rejection.

They were bold and courageous under fire, as when David captured Jerusalem. Joab took a stand against the overconfident Jebusites and became chief, 1 Chronicles 11:4-9. Believers today are to pull down strongholds, 2 Corinthians 10:4-5.

They were focused on making David their king, 1 Chronicles 11:10. They knew his kingdom was based on the Word of the Lord. They were like those today who honor the King and pray for His kingdom to come, Matthew 6:9-10.

They were totally committed as Eleazar and others defending against the Philistines, 1 Chronicles 11:12-14, 2 Samuel 23:10. The Lord brought about a great victory.

They jeopardized their lives, 1 Chronicles 11:15-19. They undertook a dangerous and difficult mission to please their king. They displayed matchless loyalty, sacrifice, and devotion.

They, from different backgrounds, accomplished great exploits, 1 Chronicles 11:20-25. Then, is given the list or roster of mighty warriors who made the special elite “thirty” group, 1 Chronicles 11:26-47.

They had dexterity and agility, 1 Chronicles 12:1-15. Through training they were disciplined and skilled in handling weapons, 2 Timothy 2:3-4.

They sided with the king despite being former enemies and antagonists, 1 Chronicles 12:16-22. Day by day they came to David until they became like the “Army of God,” meaning a very great army. David promised union and communion if they were faithful, but judgment if they betrayed him to the enemy. The Lord’s people pledge their allegiance to Him, Ephesians 2:19, Philippians 3:20.

They were loyal, 1 Chronicles 12:23-40. From every tribe, trained and equipped soldiers gathered and purposed to make David king. They were unified, of one mind. They came with loyal hearts to rejoice with David their king, Philippians 2:1-4.

They had understanding of the times, said of people of Issachar, 1 Chronicles 12:32. They were experienced and discerning, aware of God's plan.

They kept in battle formation as the children of Zebulon did, 1 Chronicles 12:33. They were in submission. Shoulder to shoulder they worked together with one steadfast heart for their king, 1 Corinthians 15:58.

These were the mighty men of David. Just as David’s mighty men physically achieved great things, so those in communion with the Son of David their beloved king can spiritually achieve great things.

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