We have witnessed David’s return to Jerusalem. In his return to Jerusalem, the king is bestowing grace upon his people. Even those who cursed him are receiving grace. Those who remained loyal to him are receiving their reward. As David returns to Jerusalem, however, Israel (the ten tribes) proclaim a rebellion against David. Sheba leads a revolt and claims no part of David’s reign. But the people of Judah remained loyal to their king. Again we are seeing a picture that the reign of David is divisive to Israel and only a remnant would remain loyal to David. This will happen again when Jesus arrives as Israel will be divided about his kingship and only a remnant will be loyal to him…
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