August 20 – 2 Samuel 3:22-25

August 20 – 2 Samuel 3:22-25

[22] Just then the servants of David arrived with Joab from a raid, bringing much spoil with them. But Abner was not with David at Hebron, for he had sent him away, and he had gone in peace. [23] When Joab and all the army that was with him came, it was told Joab, “Abner the son of Ner came to the king, and he has let him go, and he has gone in peace.” [24] Then Joab went to the king and said, “What have you done? Behold, Abner came to you. Why is it that you have sent him away, so that he is gone? [25] You know that Abner the son of Ner came to deceive you and to know your going out and your coming in, and to know all that you are doing.”

Joab is not a fan of Abner. Remember that Abner had killed the brother of Joab and Joab is still seeking justice for this murder. He also feels strongly that Abner might be acting as a double agent so that he can report back to Ish-bosheth about the comings and goings of David. Perhaps Joab also feels a little protective of his uncle as he remembers Abner as an adversary of David’s.

I have experienced times when I doubted the sincerity of an apology or an adversary now choosing to fight my battles with me. I also remember that it was only through strength from God that I made decisions that glorified Him. May this be true of treacherous situations in your life.

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