David’s past sins cast a long shadow over his family. His son Amnon rapes his half-sister Tamar, and David, though furious, does nothing—paralyzed by guilt over his own failures. Absalom waits two years and then murders Amnon in revenge, fleeing to his grandfather’s land. David longs for Absalom but still avoids taking action. Joab uses a clever parable through a woman from Tekoa to convince David to allow Absalom’s return, though the relationship remains cold and distant. These tragic chapters expose how passivity, unresolved sin, and failure to discipline lead to devastating consequences. God calls us to courage, repentance, and restoration—even after deep failure.
Another Family Feud
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