College Press Bible Study Textbook Series
2 Samuel 19 - Introduction
A DIGEST OF CHAPTER 19
The king's grief assuaged. Many of the people received the impression that David was sorry that Absalom's revolt had been stopped. They even felt that if all of them had been killed and Absalom had been spared, David would have been happy. Joab rebuked David for this attitude and the king arose and sat in the gate and greeted his people.
The return to the Jordan. Since the campaign was successfully concluded, David and his men returned to the Jordan river in preparation for crossing back over into the main part of Israel. He had sent messages ahead to find out if the people wanted him to be king. He was a monarch, but he also wanted the people to approve his kingship.
The people greeted the king. Different ones came out to meet David as he returned. Some had favors to ask of him. Others had apologies to make. Most of the people were happy to see David returning as king.
LESSONS FOR LEARNING
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We must forgive others their trespasses against us. Jesus taught His disciples to pray, Forgive us our debts as we forgive our debtors (Matthew 6:12). David had sinned grievously. He wanted very much to receive God's forgiveness of his sins, and he was willing to forgive others their trespasses against him. Although some of his men wanted him to wreak vengeance on his enemies, David forgave those who had spoken evilly against him and opposed him as he fled out of Jerusalem. His example is a good model.
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The king is an angel of God (2 Samuel 19:27). The people had great respect for their rulers. They considered the king as a messenger of God. The apostle Paul wrote Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers (Romans 13:1). Christians should honor their rulers.
CHAPTER 19 IN REVIEW
1.
Who rebuked David for his continued mourning over Absalom?
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2.
Who first mentioned calling David back to Jerusalem?
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3.
To which tribe did David send word?
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4.
By what two men did David make his contact?
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5.
Where did the men of Judah go to meet David?
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6.
Whom did David invite to be his captain?
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7.
Of what tribe was the man a member?
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8.
Who swam the Jordan to meet David?
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9.
Which son of Saul came to meet David?
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10.
Which son of Barzillai went with David?
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