Abner had killed Joab’s brother, Asahel, in battle. Joab cannot wait for the Lord but must exact his own vengeance.
God begins to fulfill His prophecy concerning David. But even now, David’s right to the entire kingdom is contested.
This is a most difficult time for David. He is constantly in fear for his life. Yet, he survives by continually seeking God’s will.
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God continues to show His power through the plagues that are falling on the land of Egypt. How long does it take people to listen to the word of the Lord? By plague seven (the hail), some of the Egyptians are beginning to believe the truth of the word of God (see Exodus 9:19-20).
