Abner speaks directly to the tribe of Benjamin—Saul’s own family—and gets their agreement to support David. Then he goes to David in Hebron and brings the support of all Israel’s leaders. The Hebrew word for "spoke" is dabar, which means more than just talking; it’s about negotiating, persuading, and making a case. This verse pushes against the idea that loyalty can never change. Even those closest to Saul are willing to back David when the time is right.

Real change often means having hard conversations with people who have the most to lose. If you’ve ever had to convince someone to see things differently, or to let go of an old loyalty, this verse is for you. It’s about the courage to talk honestly, even when it’s uncomfortable, and the power of building consensus for something new.