After Saul’s death, David was anointed king of Judah. Then, warriors from the northern tribes who had followed Ish-bosheth son of Saul came to support David. They acknowledged David as king of Israel according to God’s promise. They committed to David with undivided loyalty to establish a united nation. So, David never had to force his reign. He waited for God to fulfill his promises. In God’s time, all tribes were willing to make David the shepherd king over Isreal. It demonstrates God’s sovereign control over history and his faithfulness in fulfilling his promises.

Crowning their rightful and anointed king brought the people joy. They spent three days with David, eating, drinking, and enjoying a great national feast. They were so delighted at the enthroning of their rightful and God-anointed king, they contributed richly by sending in supplies for the celebratory event. This feast came from recognizing and participating in God’s work. Believers who come to Christ with loyalty and unity will experience the ultimate feast in His eternal kingdom.