2Sa 19:31 | MHM | STEP | Barzillai Honored by David After forgiving those who had wronged him, David now rewarded those who had helped him. Barzillai the Gileadite had supported David with food and supplies when he was in trouble. Even though Barzillai could have lost everything if Absalom had won, he stayed loyal. Now, David wanted to show his gratitude in a generous way. v. 31-32 : Barzillai came down from Rogelim to meet David and help him cross the Jordan River (2 Samuel 19:31 ). He had provided David and his family with much food while David stayed at Mahanaim (2 Samuel 19:32 ). Barzillai was a wealthy man, but he also had a big heart and loved to do good. His example shows that those who have much should use it to help others, especially those in need.

‏ 2 Samuel 19:31

Barzillai Honored by David

After forgiving those who had wronged him, David now rewarded those who had helped him. Barzillai the Gileadite had supported David with food and supplies when he was in trouble. Even though Barzillai could have lost everything if Absalom had won, he stayed loyal. Now, David wanted to show his gratitude in a generous way.

v. 31-32: Barzillai came down from Rogelim to meet David and help him cross the Jordan River (2 Samuel 19:31 ^a). He had provided David and his family with much food while David stayed at Mahanaim (2 Samuel 19:32 ^b). Barzillai was a wealthy man, but he also had a big heart and loved to do good. His example shows that those who have much should use it to help others, especially those in need.