David and the Arameans

Synopsis     1Chron 19:6-20:4     1/15/2020 

Israel was at war with the Ammonites. So, the Ammonites offered money to the king of Aram in exchange for military help. As a result, the Arameans agreed to serve as mercenary forces against Israel. 

But Israel’s forces, led by Joab, defeated the Aramean forces at the battle for Ammon. After which, a larger Aramean force gathered. With this, David himself came out to lead the army in battle. And the Arameans were soundly defeated.  

David and the Arameans 

The Arameans opened themselves up to great injury and loss because they entangled themselves in a fight not their own.  

Peacemaker or Busybody? 

Disputes happen. But, my experience is that there is a persistent temptation to involve myself in other people’s disputes. And, unfortunately, this often ends badly.  

What I think I’ve learned is to check my motive. Is what I intend to do about peacemaking or something else? 

“Whoever meddles in the quarrel of another is one who grabs a passing dog by the ears.” Prov 26:17