The Biblical Illustrator - 2 Samuel 2:5-32
2 Samuel 2:5-32And David sent messengers unto the men of Jabesh-Gilead.Attempts at conciliation defeated1. The chief anxiety of David, alter being anointed king over the house of Judah, would naturally be how to secure the peaceful allegiance of the other tribes. Prompted by the desire to prevent civil war, and also by the amiable feelings of his own heart, he sent a kind and grateful message to the men of Jabesh-Gilead, complimenting them on the respect they had shown for the mutilated remains... read more
The Biblical Illustrator - 2 Samuel 2:1-32
2 Samuel 2:1-32And it came to pass after this, that David inquired of the Lord. Strength and weaknessDavid's sense of dependence upon God!1. His passive patience is exquisitely touching, and presents such a contrast to his recent unsettled haste of spirit. We shall find this quiet restfulness characterising his triumphant hours. Not inertness and supineness--active dependence. Not sloth--that marked his faithless hours--but a calm restfulness, betokening living faith. He makes no effort to... read more