Their kings revolt, their rulers plot together against the LORD and against the king he chose.

Now I know that the LORD gives victory to his chosen king; he answers him from his holy heaven and by his power gives him great victories.

Samuel took the olive oil and anointed David in front of his brothers. Immediately the spirit of the LORD took control of David and was with him from that day on. Then Samuel returned to Ramah.

The Sovereign LORD has filled me with his Spirit. He has chosen me and sent me To bring good news to the poor, To heal the broken-hearted, To announce release to captives And freedom to those in prison.