2 Samuel 5:2
Were leading Israel in and out Referring to David’s leadership in battle (compare 1 Samuel 18:5, 13, 16; 19:8).
Shall be the shepherd of (See 1 Samuel 9:3). The literary motif of a bad shepherd is used for Saul throughout 1 Samuel. Not only is he inept at leading animals, but he also is incompetent when leading people. Rather than being a godly ruler, Saul reflects the leaders of other nations and does not follow God’s law. In contrast, the narrative upholds David as the ultimate shepherd.
The leader The Hebrew word used here is nagid, which can also be translated “ruler.”
FOR THE LOVE OF GOD 