Chapter 278 of 1163

2 SAMUEL 18

Two armies. There can be no neutrality when it comes to supporting and defending God’s kingdom (Josh. 24:14–15; Matt. 12:30). We can understand a father’s concern for his son, but there can be no gentleness when it comes to dealing with sin. David wanted love without justice, but with Joab it was justice without love. Only on the cross of Christ are love and justice both satisfied. God “did not spare His own Son” (Rom. 8:32).

Two monuments. Both Saul (1 Sam. 15:12) and Absalom set up monuments to their memory, but what do we remember about them? Joab and his men built the true monument: a heap of stones over the dead body of a proud rebel. The life you live is the monument you build, and ultimately the truth will come out.

Two messages. Ahimaaz had ambition and ability, but he lacked the maturity needed to minister to the king. Before you start to run, be sure you are the right person to deliver the message (Prov. 25:13).

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