Kings often accumulated great wealth and David was no exception. Because of the God favor the army of Israel defeated every foe that they encountered. And from these subjected kingdoms David demanded tribute. In 18:10-11 one king, who had fought with the king whom Israel had defeated, sent his son to congratulate David on the victory, sent a gift of gold, silver, and bronze. David could have taken the gift for himself, but instead he dedicated it all to the LORD, an expression of his worship of God. Even the spoils he had received from the conquest of Edom, Moab, Ammon, Philistia, and Amalek David dedicated to God’s ministry. What a fine example of giving.
Stuart
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