August 23 – 2 Samuel 4:1-3

August 23 – 2 Samuel 4:1-3

[1] When Ish-bosheth, Saul’s son, heard that Abner had died at Hebron, his courage failed, and all Israel was dismayed. [2] Now Saul’s son had two men who were captains of raiding bands; the name of the one was Baanah, and the name of the other Rechab, sons of Rimmon a man of Benjamin from Beeroth (for Beeroth also is counted part of Benjamin; [3] the Beerothites fled to Gittaim and have been sojourners there to this day).

This is an interesting couple of verses to me.  There is a reason for every word in the Bible and all is for us to learn.  I had to ask myself, “What do we learn from these verses?”  My conclusion might be different than what some would read into these verses, but one thing I have learned is that although there is one interpretation that God intends for us to see in His Word, there are many ways to apply that interpretation.  I see these verses showing me that decisions I make not only impact me, but those around me, and not just today, but sometimes for generations to come. 

What decisions do you have to make today?  Some might be simple, but remember to lean into God to guide you as you make decisions as they can and will impact many people, possibly for years to come.