This weekend as we turn our attention to the latter portion of 2 Samuel 2, we will see a first in Israel, civil war. Israel had no guidelines, rules, or laws from God as it pertains to civil war because it was never part of the design. In the sinfulness of man and the deceitfulness of Satan, however, civil war will break out and it will be ugly. Death is the overwhelming theme of this chapter and where does it start, a bad politician. Abner refuses to submit to David as King. It is a mutiny against the Lord and His anointed. And in this mutiny, we see a vivid commentary on the nature of politics and war and even more we are reminded of the only great King who will bring unity to God’s people, King Jesus. I pray you will make every effort to join us. The corporate gathering of God’s people is a sacred moment. Our gathering and your attendance builds up the body of Christ, sends a message to the world, and glorifies Christ. I pray you will join us!