Pretty gutsy of Joab to call David to task. David had dishonored the fighting men by mourning over Absalom. Joab told David to go out and encourage the men. Does David know that it was Joab who struck the three javelins in Absalom’s heart?

Concerning Mephibosheth and Ziba, just who was the good guy here? They told conflicting stories.

What a great illustration we have in Barzillia. He remained faithful and waited for the king’s return. Wow! Can we say that about ourselves? Are we faithful as we wait for THE King’s return?