Abner had killed Joab’s brother, Asahel, in battle. Joab cannot wait for the Lord but must exact his own vengeance.
Samuel, the gift of God to a praying mother, ministered in his early years. God worked in his life and used him mightily.
This lesson greatly illustrates a choice made by each person. Will they live their life by conviction or by convenience?
God delights in bringing greatness out of small beginnings; for in this way, God (and not man) receives the glory.
David has already been anointed to be the next king, but the road to the throne will be a slow and painful one. However, God’s will prevails and David will be king in the end.
