Today's reading was in II Samuel 19:5-20. You know how it is when you watch a movie, or read a novel and at the end, when discussing it with others, you are clearly not tracking with their understanding? I am hoping someone out has an understanding of what took place here and can fill in the blanks for me!
First, David pleads with his commanders for gentleness, before going into battle with Absalom. Not only does Joab not give Absalom gentle treatment, he runs him through with javelins while Absalom hangs by his hair from a tree. Then David puts Amasa in charge of his troops in place of Joab. So, Joab kills Amasa. Finally, in II Samuel 20, Joab is in charge of all Israel's army. I don't get it. David killed messengers who brought bad news, but this he rewards. Anyone?
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