We consider eight truths to help answer the question: 'Why does God command the annihilation of the Amalekites?'

• Truth 1. God Does Not Need To Be Defended
• Truth 2. God owns everything and everyone. Therefore, He has full authority over them
• Truth 3. God is just. He never judges the innocent
• Truth 4. God is Patient
• Truth 5. God is Merciful
• Truth 6. God Does Not Delight in The Death of the Wicked
• Truth 7. God Will Never Command You To Do This
• Truth 8: God’s command to annihilate the Amalekites was for the good of Israel

There are five applications for us today:

• Application 1: Guard Against Sneaky Forms of Pride
• Application 2: Trust that God is Good
• Application 3: Your Way Is Never Better Than God's Way
• Application 4: Rejoice that God Will Also Guard, Fight For, and Vindicate You
• Application 5: Judgment Passages Should Drive You To Worship