ESV Reformation Study Bible – 1 Sam 18:28–29
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1 Sam 18:28–29

18:28, 29 the Lord was with David. Saul’s increasing fear of David is well-founded, since the Lord is with David (vv. 12, 14). David’s success would not have distressed Saul so much if, like Jonathan, Saul had been able to accept his rejection with equanimity.