2Sa 20:4 | MHM | STEP | Amasa's Death This section describes the fall of Amasa, who was just beginning to gain power. Amasa was David’s nephew and had been the general for Absalom’s army. When Absalom was defeated, David promised to make Amasa the commander of his army instead of Joab. But Sheba’s rebellion made David act quickly on this promise. Sadly, Joab’s jealousy and ambition turned this situation into a tragedy for both Amasa and David. v. 4 : David gave Amasa the job of gathering the men of Judah to fight against Sheba’s rebellion. David wanted Amasa to do this as quickly as possible (2 Samuel 20:4 ). However, the people of Judah were slow to respond. Even though they had supported David’s return, they were not eager to go to battle. Amasa was supposed to gather the troops in three days, but he could not do it on time (2 Samuel 20:5 ). This showed how people sometimes want to support a leader when it is easy, but avoid difficult tasks.

‏ 2 Samuel 20:4

Amasa's Death

This section describes the fall of Amasa, who was just beginning to gain power. Amasa was David’s nephew and had been the general for Absalom’s army. When Absalom was defeated, David promised to make Amasa the commander of his army instead of Joab. But Sheba’s rebellion made David act quickly on this promise. Sadly, Joab’s jealousy and ambition turned this situation into a tragedy for both Amasa and David.

v. 4: David gave Amasa the job of gathering the men of Judah to fight against Sheba’s rebellion. David wanted Amasa to do this as quickly as possible (2 Samuel 20:4 ^a). However, the people of Judah were slow to respond. Even though they had supported David’s return, they were not eager to go to battle. Amasa was supposed to gather the troops in three days, but he could not do it on time (2 Samuel 20:5 ^b). This showed how people sometimes want to support a leader when it is easy, but avoid difficult tasks.