3:19-21
Saul was from the tribe of Benjamin, hence Abner gives them special attention. It seems that he had smoother things over with everyone. Abner then goes to David, and David prepares a feast for him. Abner then goes away in order to prepare an official event recognising David as king of all Israel.
3:22,23
Everything seems to be in place and in order. However, there is still trouble ahead. Joab has been harbouring resentment over Abner’s killing of his brother. Personal rivalries and resentments can have a destructive role in the life of the church and of secular organisations, just look at politics! So it is important that we get rid of any wrong personal ambitions that we have, or any bitterness within. Joab had been unaware of what was going on, and only now learns about the agreement with Abner.
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