2 Samuel 20

Scripture – 2 Samuel 20

Observation – 

• 2 Samuel 20:1-7 - David returns to Jerusalem and to an uprising
• 2 Samuel 20:1-2 - Shebah's rebellion
• 2 Samuel 20:3 - David puts away the women Absalom violated.
• 2 Samuel 20:4-5 - David tells Amasa to marshal an army to deal with Sheba’s rebellion.
• 2 Samuel 20:6-7 - David sends his royal guard because he is tired of waiting
• 2 Samuel 20:8-26 - Joab kills Amasa and defeats Sheba.
• 2 Samuel 20:8-10 - Using deception, Joab murders Amasa.
• 2 Samuel 20:11-14 - Joab takes command of the troops loyal to David.
• 2 Samuel 20:15-22 - Shebah's rebellion ends because of the words of a wise woman
• 2 Samuel 20:23-26 - David’s second administration.

Examples to follow – Take action to save you and your people. Sin has consequences on those around you.

Examples to not follow – Deceitful murder. Trying to gain for yourself by killing.

Sins to avoid – 

Promises to claim – 

Commands to obey – 

Application – Realize that sin hurts those around you. Not just yourself.

Prayer – Dear Heavenly Father. Sin hurts those around me. Help me to realize that, and think about my actions before doing something. Help me to realize who I've hurt when I sin. Amen.