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2 Samuel 20 · Grade 4

Peaceable and Faithful

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The quarrel at the end of chapter 19 turned into a new revolt. Sheba, called a wicked fellow, blew the trumpet and cried that Israel had no portion in David. The men of Israel followed him, while Judah stayed loyal from the Jordan to Jerusalem.

David told Amasa, his new commander, to gather Judah in three days. When Amasa was late, David sent Abishai with Joab's men. At Gibeon, Joab greeted Amasa as a brother and then killed him, taking back command by violence. The army followed Joab after Sheba to Abel of Beth Maacah.

As Joab's men battered the wall, a wise woman called out. She reminded Joab that Abel was known for wise counsel and said she was among the peaceable and faithful in Israel. Why swallow up Yahweh's inheritance? Joab answered, far be it from him to destroy. He wanted only Sheba. Through her wisdom the city gave up the rebel, and many lives were spared.

Show What You Know

  1. What did Sheba cry?

  2. How did Joab take back command?

  3. What was Abel known for?

  4. How many lives were spared?

Word Bank Fill-In

Use the word bank to fill in each blank.

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  1. Sheba, called a wicked fellow, blew the and cried that Israel had no portion in David.
  2. The army followed Joab after Sheba to of Beth Maacah.
  3. She reminded Joab that Abel was known for counsel and said she was among the peaceable and faithful in Israel.
  4. Through her wisdom the gave up the rebel, and many lives were spared.

Think About It

  1. The wise woman spoke up and saved her city. When could your calm, wise words bring peace in a conflict?

  2. Joab used violence to keep his power. Why does God care how leaders gain and keep their positions?

Memory Verse

I am among those who are peaceable and faithful in Israel. You seek to destroy a city and a mother in Israel. Why will you swallow up Yahweh’s inheritance?”

2 Samuel 20:19 (WEB)

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Prayer

Dear God, thank You for giving wisdom. Help me . Amen.

Take It Home

For families: talk about these together.

  • How did the wise woman show courage and wisdom together?
  • Why did quarrels between the tribes keep leading to revolt?

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