2 Samuel 3:6
And it came to pass, while there was war between the house of Saul and the house of David, that Abner made himself strong for the house of Saul.
Cross-references
2 Samuel 3:27
Historical context
In 2 Samuel 3:27, Joab murders Abner — the violent outcome of the power struggle Abner was strengthening himself for in the earlier verse.
2 Samuel 2:8
Parallel
In 2 Samuel 2:8, Abner makes Ish-bosheth king — the same Abner who here strengthens his own house in Saul's house.
2 Samuel 2:9
Parallel
In 2 Samuel 2:9, Abner sets up Ish-bosheth's kingdom over Israel — the same Abner consolidating power here.
Proverbs 21:30
Contrast
In Proverbs 21:30, the principle that no wisdom or counsel can succeed against the Lord contrasts with Abner's political maneuvering to strengthen himself.
Isaiah 8:10
Contrast
In Isaiah 8:10, the promise that no counsel or alliance will stand against God contrasts with Abner's scheming to secure his position through the house of Saul.