No tidings ready. —The phrase is a difficult one, and is translated by the Septuagint “no tidings leading to prof…

Then said Ahimaaz the son of Zadok yet again to Joab
He could not be easy, even though a messenger was dispatched, b…

By directing David to give God thanks for his victory, Ahimaaz prepared him for the news of his son's death. The more our hearts are steadfast and …