1 Samuel 17:29

“And David said, What have I now done? Is there not a cause?”

"And David said, What have I now done? Is there not a cause?" - 1 Samuel 17:29
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What does 1 Samuel 17:29 mean?

The verse 1 Samuel 17:29 in the King James Version (KJV) reads, "And David said, What have I now done? Is there not a cause?" This verse is part of the larger passage that tells the story of David and Goliath, a well-known and iconic biblical tale. The story of David and Goliath…

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The Courage of a Cause: Understanding Our Purpose in Life

The story of David and Goliath is one of the most renowned narratives in the Bible, illustrating the attributes of faith, courage, and divine intervention. In 1 Samuel 17:29, we encounter a pivotal moment when David, a young shepherd, is confronted with scorn from his elder…

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A Prayer for Understanding Our Purpose and Call

O Sovereign Lord, our Redeemer and Sustainer, we come before You today with humble hearts, seeking Your presence and guidance in our lives. As we meditate upon Your Word, particularly the profound proclamation from 1 Samuel 17:29, where David boldly declared, "What have I now…

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1 Samuel 18:29 - "And Saul was yet the more afraid of David; and Saul became David's enemy continually."
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1 Samuel 29:7 - "Wherefore now return, and go in peace, that thou displease not the lords of the Philistines."
1 Samuel 23:29 - "And David went up from thence, and dwelt in strong holds at En-gedi."
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