David asks God if he is to go to Judah, and where. David moves to Hebron, and is crowned king of Judah. Later, Ishbosheth is made king in the north. Then like fools, men of Judah and Israel duel without gain.
Mixed Feelings
David was nowhere near the battlefield where King Saul and his sons died in battle. News reached David days later by an Amalekite who admitted to striking a deathblow on Saul, for which David executed him.
Passion in Prayer
We risk routinely offering passionless prayers to God and this should be a concern of all believers. On this, the Bible holds timeless lessons for us to be availed, and David’s short, passionate prayer is one.
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