In 2 Samuel 2, David is partially anointed publicly as king over Judah. David continues to reflect God's character in his humility, kindness, and peace for those around him. He is still staying God centered and even asks when it's time to go and where to go and listens when God answers. A civil war breaks out between Judah and the rest of Israel due to a barbaric sporting event that goes quite badly. It was not even a close battle, but Abner calls for a cease fire and reminds them they are all Israelite brothers and there has been enough battling and bloodshed. The enemy is constantly trying to cause division and keep us from God and spreading His Word. We need to stay aware and be ready to call cease fires whenever necessary. We can choose God and His character. We can choose love, forgiveness, peace, joy, and humility. We continually have the rams horn ready to blow whenever necessary.