2 Samuel 19:14

Verse 2 Samuel 19:14. And he bowed the heart of all the men of Judah] The measures that he pursued were the best calculated that could be to accomplish this salutary end. Appear to distrust those whom you have some reason to suspect, and you increase their caution and distrust. Put as much confidence in them as you safely can, and this will not fail to excite their confidence towards you.