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In this Bible Story, we peer into the difficult relationships within David's family. One of David's sons, Amnon, rapes his half sister Tamar. And as an act of revenge, Absalom murders him. This story is inspired by 2 Samuel 13. Go to BibleinaYear.com and learn the Bible in a Year.Today's Bible verse is 2 Samuel 13:30 from the King James Version.Episode 104: David was blessed with many children, yet because of his many marriages, this made for dysfunction rather than joy; such as the lust that Amnon had for his half-sister Tamar. He schemed with his friend Jonadab to feign sickness and raped her as she was caring for him. Running in shame to her brother Absalom she told him all that had happened. He took her in and cared for her but he also took the spirit of revenge in and nursed it in his heart. Two years later he killed Amnon and fled to Geshur.Hear the Bible come to life as Pastor Jack Graham leads you through the official BibleinaYear.com podcast. This Biblical Audio Experience will help you master wisdom from the world's greatest book. In each episode, you will learn to apply Biblical principles to everyday life. Now understanding the Bible is easier than ever before; enjoy a cinematic audio experience full of inspirational storytelling, orchestral music, and profound commentary from world-renowned Pastor Jack Graham.Also, you can download the Pray.com app for more Christian content, including, Daily Prayers, Inspirational Testimonies, and Bedtime Bible Stories.Visit JackGraham.org for more resources on how to tap into God's power for successful Christian living.Pray.com is the digital destination of faith. With over 5,000 daily prayers, meditations, bedtime stories, and cinematic stories inspired by the Bible, the Pray.com app has everything you need to keep your focus on the Lord. Make Prayer a priority and download the #1 App for Prayer and Sleep today in the Apple app store or Google Play store.Executive Producers: Steve Gatena & Max BardProducer: Ben GammonHosted by: Pastor Jack GrahamMusic by: Andrew Morgan SmithBible Story narration by: Todd HaberkornSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Scripture Reading: 2 Samuel 18 When David gave way to his lust for Bathsheba and his pride to cover his act through murder, there were some things he had not considered, namely the long term consequences of sin. Sinning against the living God is a more serious matter than we usually think it is and the dark effects of sin are both sure and destructive. David's sin had terrible effects that he had not considered in the passions of his heart. First, his sin had an effect on God's name. “. . . by this deed you have given occasion to the enemies of the LORD to blaspheme . . .” (2 Sam 12:14). Second, his sin had an effect on others: Bathsheba, Uriah, Amnon, Tamar, Absalom. God told David of these results when He said, “Now therefore, the sword shall never depart from your house, because you have despised Me and have taken the wife of Uriah the Hittite to be your wife” (2 Sam 12:10). Third, David's sin had a long term, destructive effect on himself. In 2 Samuel 18 we see David in utter anguish and sorrow over the death of his son Absalom, 12 years after his sin with Bathsheba. “O my son Absalom, my son, my son Absalom! Would I had died instead of you, O Absalom, my son, my son! . . . And the king covered his face and cried out with a loud voice, "O my son Absalom, O Absalom, my son, my son!" (2 Sam 18:33; 19:4). Let us take to heart the stern warnings in the Bible concerning sin's consequences. “He who sows iniquity will reap vanity” (Prov 22:8). “Do not be deceived, God is not mocked; for whatever a man sows, this he will also reap” (Gal 6:7).
Fr. Mike preaches hope for the future of those with wounded hearts as we read the stories of Tamar, Amnon, and David. No matter what's in your past - things you've done or things that have been done to you - there is abundant hope for your future because God desires to make you whole. Today's readings are 2 Samuel 13, 1 Chronicles 17, and Psalm 35. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
Click here for the DRB Daily Sign Up form! TODAY'S SCRIPTURE:2 Sam 13-14; Matt 24 Click HERE to give! Get Free App Here! One Year Bible Podcast: Join Hunter and Heather Barnes on 'The Daily Radio Bible' for a daily 20-minute spiritual journey. Engage with scripture readings, heartfelt devotionals, and collective prayers that draw you into the heart of God's love. Embark on this year-long voyage through the Bible, and let each day's passage uplift and inspire you. TODAY'S EPISODE: Welcome to the Daily Radio Bible! In today's episode, host Hunter invites us to journey together through some of Scripture's most challenging and hope-filled passages. We begin in 2 Samuel 13-14, witnessing the heartbreaking story of David's family—Tamar's suffering, Amnon's crime, and Absalom's revenge—unfolding themes of brokenness, consequence, and the longing for restoration. The reading continues in Matthew 24, where Jesus speaks openly about the future: persecution, deception, and the enduring hope for those who remain faithful, reminding us that no one knows the hour of His return. As we reflect on wisdom from the woman of Tekoa—“our lives are like water spilled on the ground, which cannot be gathered up again”—Hunter encourages us to see how, through Jesus, God makes a way to gather and restore even what seems lost. The episode wraps in prayer, drawing us into the renewing hope of the gospel and practical rhythms of daily faith. So, grab your Bible, settle in, and let's step into God's word together. TODAY'S DEVOTION: Our lives are like water spilled on the ground, which cannot be gathered up again. These are the wise words of the woman from Tekoa—a poignant reminder that time, opportunity, and past decisions can't be reclaimed. Brokenness, regret, mistakes—these things often feel wasted, much like spilled water. Yet, there is hope, because the story doesn't end with what we have lost. But God does not just sweep life away. Instead, he devises ways to bring us back when we have been separated from him. What a beautiful, powerful truth. God specializes in restoration. Where we see only what's gone, wasted, too far out of reach, God sees the possibility for renewal. He has made a way, through a king greater than David, through his own Son, Jesus. What we could not recover, Jesus gathers up into himself. Our spilled, bitter water—our failures, shame, and isolation—he meets with his living water. He exchanges our regrets for his life-giving presence. He joins us to himself, making us new, uniting us to his love, never to be separated again. So today, drink deep of these waters of life. Remember, you have a Savior who restores what has been lost. Look to him, trust in him, and let his grace draw you near. There is no past too wasted for Christ to redeem, no distance too far for him to gather you up in love. He alone can transform what was once spilled and gone, making all things new. That's a prayer I hold for my own heart: to trust his gathering grace, to let his love renew what feels wasted, and to rest in the newness he offers each day. It's a prayer I hold for my family, and for you. May you know the abundance of his living water, and may you find yourself gathered up in the fullness of Christ's love. May it be so. TODAY'S PRAYERS: Lord God Almighty and everlasting father you have brought us in safety to this new day preserve us with your Mighty power that we might not fall into sin or be overcome by adversity. And in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose through Jesus Christ Our Lord amen. Oh God you have made of one blood all the peoples of the earth and sent your blessed son to preach peace to those who are far and those who are near. Grant that people everywhere may seek after you, and find you. Bring the nations into your fold, pour out your Spirit on all flesh, and hasten the coming of your kingdom through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen. And now Lord, make me an instrument of your peace. Where there is hatred let me sow love. Where there is injury, pardon. Where there is doubt, faith. Where there is despair, hope. Where there is darkness, light. And where there is sadness, Joy. Oh Lord grant that I might not seek to be consoled as to console. To be understood as to understand, to be loved as to love. For it is in the giving that we receive, in the pardoning that we are pardoned, it is in the dying that we are born unto eternal life. Amen And now as our Lord has taught us we are bold to pray... Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven, give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our tresspasses as we forgive those who trespass against us, and lead us not unto temptation, but deliver us from evil, for thine is the Kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen. Loving God, we give you thanks for restoring us in your image. And nourishing us with spiritual food, now send us forth as forgiven people, healed and renewed, that we may proclaim your love to the world, and continue in the risen life of Christ. Amen. OUR WEBSITE: www.dailyradiobible.com We are reading through the New Living Translation. Leave us a voicemail HERE: https://www.speakpipe.com/dailyradiobible Subscribe to us at YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dailyradiobible/featured OTHER PODCASTS: Listen with Apple Podcast DAILY BIBLE FOR KIDS DAILY PSALMS DAILY PROVERBS DAILY LECTIONARY DAILY CHRONOLOGICAL
Introduction: 1 Now Absalom, David's son, had a beautiful sister, whose name was Tamar. And after a time Amnon, David's son, loved her. 2 And Amnon was so tormented that he made himself ill because of his sister Tamar, for she was a virgin, and it seemed impossible to Amnon to do anything to her. 3 But…
Calvary Chapel McKinney Pastor James Marini continues a Bible study series through 2 Samuel. This week's verse by verse study is 2 Samuel 13:1-39. From Sunday, April 27th, 2025.Take Aways:1. As Amnon's unchecked lust eventually produced horrific violation that radically harmed others and ultimately cost him his life, so our sinful passions will lead to dreadful sins that we never imagined being involved with if left unchecked—“Flee also youthful lusts; but pursue righteousness, faith, love, peace with those who call on the Lord out of a pure heart.” 2 Timothy 2:222. Though Absalom believed taking vengeance into his own hands would lead to healing, it actually generated further pain and suffering for everyone involved, reminding us to trust the Lord to execute righteous vengeance—“Be strong, do not fear! Behold, your God will come with vengeance, with the recompense of God; He will come and save you.” Isaiah 35:43. While Absalom rightly recognized that his slaying of Amnon was an unlawful act, he responded poorly by fleeing from the king in rebellion rather than humbly repenting and returning to his father who loved him—“The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit, A broken and a contrite heart— These, O God, You will not despise.” Psalm 51:17
The consequences of David's sins against Bathsheba and Uriah begin quickly, just as the LORD had spoken. David's oldest son Amnon wickedly desires and violates his half-sister. When David takes no action, his third son Absalom waits patiently for the right time to take vengeance and assassinate Amnon. David's inaction continues for three years while Absalom stays away from Israel in exile. As one sin leads to another, the need for a greater Son of David is seen. Rev. Sam Wirgau, pastor at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Ossian, IN, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study 2 Samuel 13:1-39. "A Kingdom Unlike All the Nations” is a series on Sharper Iron that goes through 1-2 Samuel. This time in Israel's history has its highs and lows, but the LORD's faithfulness never wavers. He provides His Word to be proclaimed faithfully through prophets like Samuel and Nathan. Even as princes like Saul and David sit on an earthly throne, the LORD remains King over His people, even as He does now and forever through the Lord Jesus Christ. Sharper Iron, hosted by Rev. Timothy Appel, looks at the text of Holy Scripture both in its broad context and its narrow detail, all for the sake of proclaiming Christ crucified and risen for sinners. Two pastors engage with God's Word to sharpen not only their own faith and knowledge, but the faith and knowledge of all who listen. Submit comments or questions to: listener@kfuo.org
Last year, we had a powerful conversation with author Sam Jolman about his book The Sex Talk You Never Got—one of our most-listened-to episodes of the year. Now, Sam returns to share more about the book's impact and to dive deeper into its themes. This time, he and Dan explore the biblical story of Amnon and Tamar in 2 Samuel 13, a tragic account of lust, power, and sexual violence that resonates deeply with age-old struggles of the human heart. Sam unpacks how a man's sexuality is shaped not only by personal choices but also by the unspoken legacies of family and culture. He challenges men to move beyond a simplistic “behaving vs. not behaving” mindset and instead engage their own stories with honesty, grief, and healing. Their conversation also examines the cycle of violence—how Absalom's attempt to avenge Tamar only leads to further destruction. True healing requires humility, repentance, and a willingness to confront painful histories. This conversation is a call to courage: to name harm, seek healing, and embrace a sexuality that honors and protects rather than consumes and destroys. Please note that this episode contains discussions of sexual development and sexual abuse, including rape, and may not be suitable for all audiences. Listener discretion is advised. === Are you ready to step into a deeper journey of healing? Recovery Week is a transformative, holistic experience designed to create a safe, relational space where survivors of sexual abuse can process their stories with care and courage. Here, you'll be invited to engage the deep impact of your past while discovering a path toward restoration, connection, and self-compassion. Applications are now open for our Summer 2025 Recovery Weeks. Take the next step toward healing. Visit theallendercenter.org/recovery-week to learn more.
Con los actores Luisal Martu, Sara Lapiedra y Eva Lago hablamos de "Hilos de Sangre", un espectáculo multidisciplinar donde el Romancero Gitano de Federico García Lorca se expresa a través del teatro, la danza, la música y el cante en directo, deteniéndose de una manera especial en el poema ''Thamar y Amnon'' que cierra la obra. Teatro del Mercado, del jueves 3 de abril al domingo 6 de abril
Kevin Crow, Senior Pastor
Kevin Crow, Senior Pastor
Sunday, March 16, 2025“Amnon & Tamar:Sexual Ethics in Modern Times”Pastor Joey Anjiki1. The voice of Jonadab* 2 Samuel 13:1 (See above)* 2 Samuel 13:3 (See above)* 1 Thessalonians 4:3-6 “It is God's will that you should be sanctified: that ..
Kencan Dengan Tuhan - Rabu, 12 Maret 2025Bacaan: "Kalau suatu kerajaan terpecah-pecah, kerajaan itu tidak dapat bertahan, dan jika suatu rumah tangga terpecah-pecah, rumah tangga itu tidak dapat bertahan." (Markus 3:24-25) Renungan: Di dalam sinetron "Kekuarga Cemara" dikisahkan sebuah keluarga yang awalnya berkecukupan, tetapi karena sesuatu hal akhirnya mereka jatuh miskin. Mereka harus tinggal di pedesaan yang jauh dari jalan raya. Kesederhanaan keluarga yang diceritakan dalam sinetron tersebut tidak menghalangi semua anggota keluarga untuk menikmati kebahagiaan Menariknya, di dalam sinetron tersebut juga tidak ditutup-tutupi adanya masalah-masalah yang terjadi di antara anggota keluarga. Tetapi, adanya masalah-masalah di dalam keluarga itu ternyata merupakan bumbu bagi keharmonisan yang bisa mereka pertahankan. Ini terjadi karena masing-masing anggota memprioritaskan keluarga. Semua anggota keluarga membangun team work yang solid dan bahu-membahu menjaga keharmonisan keluarga. Ini sesuai dengan kata-kata dalam lagu yang mengiringi penayangan sinetron tersebut, "Harta vang paling berharga adalah keluarga. Istana yang paling indah adalah keluarga. Puisi yang paling bermakna adalah keluarga. Mutiara tiada tara adalah keluarga." Bukan tidak mungkin cerita dalam sinetron "Keluarga Cemara" tersebut terjadi di dalam kehidupan keluarga-keluarga Kristen. Namun kenyataannya, saat ini tidak sedikit keluarga Kristen yang berantakan. Di dalam Alkitab pun diberikan contoh adanya beberapa tokoh yang berhasil di luar, tetapi pernah mengalami kegagalan di dalam keluarga. Salah satunya adalah Daud Tidak perlu diragukan lagi kalau Daud merupakan salah seorang ahli strategi perang dan pemimpin yang sukses. Tetapi, ternyata Daud tidak begitu cakap di dalam memimpin keluarganya. Kasus pemerkosaan Tamar, pembunuhan Amnon dan pemberontakan Absalom adalah bukti dari kegagalan Daud di dalam memimpin keluarganya. Salah satu penyebab terjadinya kegoncangan dalam keluarga adalah karena setiap anggota keluarga menomorduakan keluarga. Bapak berkata, "Yang penting aku mencari uang untuk mencukupi kebutuhan keluarga." Ibu yang menghabiskan waktu di luar juga berkata, "Aku kan membantu suami untuk menambah penghasilan." Sedang anak-anak, dengan kesibukan kegiatan sekolah, menjadikan rumah sebagai tempat untuk "numpang" tidur. Nyaris tidak ada pertemuan antar anggota keluarga. Hubungan menjadi semakin renggang. Ketika pemicu datang, keributan bahkan perpecahan sulit dihindari. Untuk itu, mari kita jadikan keluarga sebagai tempat membangun komunikasi yang indah dan menganggapnya sebagai harta yang sangat berharga, sehingga kita berusaha keras untuk menjaga keharmonisannya. Tuhan Yesus memberkati. Doa:Tuhan Yesus, bantulah aku untuk menciptakan suasana surga di dalam keluargaku, sehingga selalu ada kerinduan di hatiku untuk selalu berkumpul dan saling membantu satu dengan yang lain. Amin. (Dod).
Family relationships are a balancing act—sometimes filled with love and support, other times marked by conflict and pain. King David, a man after God's own heart, was a great leader but failed in his own home, allowing neglect and unresolved conflicts to wreak havoc across generations. From Absalom's betrayal to Amnon's atrocity, David's inaction led to devastation. But what can we learn from his mistakes? In this message, we'll uncover the hidden dangers of ignoring family dysfunction, explore how unresolved hurt can spiral into destruction, and provide a biblical blueprint for healing, reconciliation, and restoration. Don't let history repeat itself—take action before it's too late.
We wrap up our series on relationships by looking at the sin of lust through the story of Amnon and Tamar in 2 Samuel 13. We look at the different forms of lust that attempt to twist our reality and justify our actions. For more information on The Gathering, check out our website thegathering.online
How do we react to the sinners in our lives? Do we enable them? Do we hope for their demise? Or do we recognize that we are also sinners, face-planting through life, in desperate need of a savior? Today is part 2 of our parable finale through the story of the Prodigal Son. Last episode, we met Abiathar, the father, and Jarahmeel, the youngest son. Today we meet Amnon, the do-gooder - the good kid - the one who stuck around. While many people can relate to Jarahmeel’s unruly and wild spirit, I personally relate to Amnon. He’s done his best to do the right thing all his life. So, when he sees his younger brother squandering his father’s wealth and galavanting off into the sunset, he’s understandably bitter. What does Amnon’s story have to teach us? What is Jesus trying to communicate through him? Download the Pray.com app for more Christian content including, Daily Prayers, Inspirational Testimonies, and Bedtime Bible Stories.Pray.com is the digital destination for faith. With over 5,000 daily prayers, meditations, bedtime stories, and cinematic stories inspired by the Bible, the Pray.com app has everything you need to keep your focus on the Lord. Make Prayer a priority and download the #1 App for Prayer and Sleep today in the Apple app store or Google Play store.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Incesto nella casa di Davide tra Amnon e Tamar. Absalom uccide Amnon.
Sermons – New Life in Christ Church | Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania
2 Samuel 13:39-14:17 (ESV) 39And the spirit of the kinglonged to go outto Absalom, becausehe was comforted about Amnon, since he was dead. Absalom Returns to Jerusalem 14Now Joab the son of Zeruiah knewthat the king's heart went out to Absalom.2And Joab sent toTekoa and brought from there a wise woman and said to her, Pretend to be a mourner and put on mourning garments.Do not anoint yourself with oil, but behave like a woman who has been mourning many days for the dead.3Go to the king and speak thus to him. So Joabput the words in her mouth. 4When the woman of Tekoa came to the king,she fell on her face to the ground and paid homage and said,Save me, O king.5And the king said to her, What is your trouble? She answered,Alas, I am a widow; my husband is dead.6And your servant had two sons, and they quarreled with one another in the field. There was no one to separate them, and one struck the other and killed him.7And now the whole clan has risen against your servant, and they say, Give up the man who struck his brother, that we may put him to death for the life of his brother whom he killed. And so they woulddestroy the heir also. Thus they would quench my coal that is left and leave to my husband neither name norremnant on the face of the earth. 8Then the king said to the woman, Go to your house, and I will give orders concerning you.9And the woman of Tekoa said to the king,On me be the guilt, my lord the king, and on my father's house; let the king and his throne be guiltless.10The king said, If anyone says anything to you, bring him to me, and he shall never touch you again.11Then she said, Please let the king invoke theLordyour God, thatthe avenger of blood kill no more, and my son be not destroyed. He said,As theLordlives,not one hair of your son shall fall to the ground. 12Then the woman said, Please let your servant speak a word to my lord the king. He said, Speak.13And the woman said, Why then have you planned such a thing againstthe people of God? For in giving this decision the king convicts himself, inasmuch as the king does not bringhis banished one home again.14We must all die; we arelike water spilled on the ground, which cannot be gathered up again. But God will not take away life, and he devises meansso that the banished one will not remain an outcast.15Now I have come to say this to my lord the king because the people have made me afraid, and your servant thought, I will speak to the king; it may be that the king will perform the request of his servant.16For the king will hear and deliver his servant from the hand of the man who would destroy me and my son together fromthe heritage of God.17And your servant thought, The word of my lord the king will set me at rest, for my lord the king islike the angel of God to discern good and evil. TheLordyour God be with you!
Sermons – New Life in Christ Church | Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania
2 Samuel 13:11-33 11And when she had brought them unto him to eat, he took hold of her, and said unto her, Come lie with me, my sister. 12And she answered him, Nay, my brother, do not force me; for no such thing ought to be done in Israel: do not thou this folly. 13And I, whither shall I cause my shame to go? and as for thee, thou shalt be as one of the fools in Israel. Now therefore, I pray thee, speak unto the king; for he will not withhold me from thee. 14Howbeit he would not hearken unto her voice: but, being stronger than she, forced her, and lay with her. 15Then Amnon hated her exceedingly; so that the hatred wherewith he hated her was greater than the love wherewith he had loved her. And Amnon said unto her, Arise, be gone. 16And she said unto him, There is no cause: this evil in sending me away is greater than the other that thou didst unto me. But he would not hearken unto her. 17Then he called his servant that ministered unto him, and said, Put now this woman out from me, and bolt the door after her. 18And she had a garment of divers colours upon her: for with such robes were the king's daughters that were virgins apparelled. Then his servant brought her out, and bolted the door after her. 19And Tamar put ashes on her head, and rent her garment of divers colours that was on her, and laid her hand on her head, and went on crying. 20And Absalom her brother said unto her, Hath Amnon thy brother been with thee? but hold now thy peace, my sister: he is thy brother; regard not this thing. So Tamar remained desolate in her brother Absalom's house. 21But when king David heard of all these things, he was very wroth. 22And Absalom spake unto his brother Amnon neither good nor bad: for Absalom hated Amnon, because he had forced his sister Tamar. 23And it came to pass after two full years, that Absalom had sheepshearers in Baalhazor, which is beside Ephraim: and Absalom invited all the king's sons. 24And Absalom came to the king, and said, Behold now, thy servant hath sheepshearers; let the king, I beseech thee, and his servants go with thy servant. 25And the king said to Absalom, Nay, my son, let us not all now go, lest we be chargeable unto thee. And he pressed him: howbeit he would not go, but blessed him. 26Then said Absalom, If not, I pray thee, let my brother Amnon go with us. And the king said unto him, Why should he go with thee? 27But Absalom pressed him, that he let Amnon and all the king's sons go with him. 28Now Absalom had commanded his servants, saying, Mark ye now when Amnon's heart is merry with wine, and when I say unto you, Smite Amnon; then kill him, fear not: have not I commanded you? be courageous, and be valiant. 29And the servants of Absalom did unto Amnon as Absalom had commanded. Then all the king's sons arose, and every man gat him up upon his mule, and fled. 30And it came to pass, while they were in the way, that tidings came to David, saying, Absalom hath slain all the king's sons, and there is not one of them left. 31Then the king arose, and tare his garments, and lay on the earth; and all his servants stood by with their clothes rent. 32And Jonadab, the son of Shimeah David's brother, answered and said, Let not my lord suppose that they have slain all the young men the king's sons; for Amnon only is dead: for by the appointment of Absalom this hath been determined from the day that he forced his sister Tamar. 33Now therefore let not my lord the king take the thing to his heart, to think that all the king's sons are dead: for Amnon only is dead.
Today's daf is sponsored by the Greenstone family in honor of Adina Haggege and Amy Fredj’s birthdays! The Gemara discusses the rights and obligations of kings: A king has the right to take half of all war spoils, which is derived from the kohen gadol's portion of the showbread. Regarding the number of wives permitted to a king, Tanna Kama rules a maximum of 18 wives. Rabbi Yehuda says there is no numerical limit, only restricted if the wives turn his heart from God. Rabbi Shimon holds that even one wife is forbidden if she turns his heart from God, and even if they are righteous, the king is still limited to 18. This creates an apparent contradiction in their approaches to deriving laws from reasoning, as here Rabbi Yehuda follows reasoning behind the commandment while Rabbi Shimon doesn't, while in other places, Rabbi Shimon typically follows reasoning while Rabbi Yehuda doesn't. The number 18 comes from verses about King David (Samuel II 3:2-5), though some sources derive 24 or 48. The Gemara identifies Egla as Michal, creating a difficulty since Michal is known to have been childless while Egla is mentioned with a child. King David had 400 children from captive women who served as warriors in his army. His daughter Tamar, who was from a captive woman, was tragically assaulted by Amnon, which led to the institution of new protective laws. The Gemara discusses Amnon's tactics and his subsequent hatred of Tamar, followed by the laws that were established to protect women from such assaults. The king may only keep horses, gold, and silver needed for royal and military duties. The Torah generally avoids giving reasons for commandments because when reasons were given for royal laws, King Solomon misinterpreted them, thinking he could circumvent the commandments while adhering to their reasoning. The king requires specially written Torah scrolls for his use, which must be prepared specifically for him. How many? for what purpose?
Today's daf is sponsored by the Greenstone family in honor of Adina Haggege and Amy Fredj’s birthdays! The Gemara discusses the rights and obligations of kings: A king has the right to take half of all war spoils, which is derived from the kohen gadol's portion of the showbread. Regarding the number of wives permitted to a king, Tanna Kama rules a maximum of 18 wives. Rabbi Yehuda says there is no numerical limit, only restricted if the wives turn his heart from God. Rabbi Shimon holds that even one wife is forbidden if she turns his heart from God, and even if they are righteous, the king is still limited to 18. This creates an apparent contradiction in their approaches to deriving laws from reasoning, as here Rabbi Yehuda follows reasoning behind the commandment while Rabbi Shimon doesn't, while in other places, Rabbi Shimon typically follows reasoning while Rabbi Yehuda doesn't. The number 18 comes from verses about King David (Samuel II 3:2-5), though some sources derive 24 or 48. The Gemara identifies Egla as Michal, creating a difficulty since Michal is known to have been childless while Egla is mentioned with a child. King David had 400 children from captive women who served as warriors in his army. His daughter Tamar, who was from a captive woman, was tragically assaulted by Amnon, which led to the institution of new protective laws. The Gemara discusses Amnon's tactics and his subsequent hatred of Tamar, followed by the laws that were established to protect women from such assaults. The king may only keep horses, gold, and silver needed for royal and military duties. The Torah generally avoids giving reasons for commandments because when reasons were given for royal laws, King Solomon misinterpreted them, thinking he could circumvent the commandments while adhering to their reasoning. The king requires specially written Torah scrolls for his use, which must be prepared specifically for him. How many? for what purpose?
Revenge can be tempting after you've been wronged. When King David's son Absalom sought retaliation for the violation of his sister, he left a long trail of destruction. On Truth For Life, Alistair Begg explains why vengeance is better left in God's hands. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the series ‘A Study in 1 and 2 Samuel, Volume 8' • Learn more about our current resource, request your copy with a donation of any amount. Helpful Resources - Learn about God's salvation plan - Read our most recent articles - Subscribe to our daily devotional Follow Us YouTube | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter This listener-funded program features the clear, relevant Bible teaching of Alistair Begg. Today's program and nearly 3,000 messages can be streamed and shared for free at tfl.org thanks to the generous giving from monthly donors called Truthpartners. Learn more about this Gospel-sharing team or become one today. Thanks for listening to Truth For Life!
Revenge can be tempting after you've been wronged. When King David's son Absalom sought retaliation for the violation of his sister, he left a long trail of destruction. On Truth For Life, Alistair Begg explains why vengeance is better left in God's hands. 2 Samuel 13:2339 To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/163/29
Revenge can be tempting after you've been wronged. When King David's son Absalom sought retaliation for the violation of his sister, he left a long trail of destruction. On Truth For Life, Alistair Begg explains why vengeance is better left in God's hands. 2 Samuel 13:2339 To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/163/29
Revenge can be tempting after you've been wronged. When King David's son Absalom sought retaliation for the violation of his sister, he left a long trail of destruction. On Truth For Life, Alistair Begg explains why vengeance is better left in God's hands. 2 Samuel 13:2339 To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/163/29
Revenge can be tempting after you've been wronged. When King David's son Absalom sought retaliation for the violation of his sister, he left a long trail of destruction. On Truth For Life, Alistair Begg explains why vengeance is better left in God's hands. 2 Samuel 13:2339 To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/163/29
Sermons – New Life in Christ Church | Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania
2 Samuel 13:1-21 Amnon and Tamar 13NowAbsalom, David's son, had a beautiful sister, whose name wasTamar. And after a time Amnon, David's son, loved her.2And Amnon was so tormented that he made himself ill because of his sister Tamar, for she was a virgin, and it seemed impossible to Amnon to do anything to her.3But Amnon had a friend, whose name was Jonadab, the son ofShimeah, David's brother. And Jonadab was a very crafty man.4And he said to him, O son of the king, why are you so haggard morning after morning? Will you not tell me? Amnon said to him, I love Tamar, my brother Absalom's sister.5Jonadab said to him, Lie down on your bed and pretend to be ill. And when your father comes to see you, say to him, Let my sister Tamar come and give me bread to eat, and prepare the food in my sight, that I may see it and eat it from her hand.6So Amnon lay down and pretended to be ill. And when the king came to see him, Amnon said to the king, Please let my sister Tamar come andmake a couple of cakes in my sight, that I may eat from her hand. 7Then David sent home to Tamar, saying, Go to your brother Amnon's house and prepare food for him.8So Tamar went to her brother Amnon's house, where he was lying down. And she took dough and kneaded it and made cakes in his sight and baked the cakes.9And she took the pan and emptied it out before him, but he refused to eat. And Amnon said,Send out everyone from me. So everyone went out from him.10Then Amnon said to Tamar, Bring the food into the chamber, that I may eat from your hand. And Tamar took the cakes she had made and brought them into the chamber to Amnon her brother.11But when she brought them near him to eat, he took hold of her and said to her, Come, lie with me, my sister.12She answered him, No, my brother, do not violateme, forsuch a thing is not done in Israel; do not do thisoutrageous thing.13As for me, where could I carry my shame? And as for you, you would be as one ofthe outrageous fools in Israel. Now therefore, please speak to the king, for he will not withhold me from you.14But he would not listen to her, and being stronger than she, he violated her and lay with her. 15Then Amnon hated her with very great hatred, so that the hatred with which he hated her was greater than the love with which he had loved her. And Amnon said to her, Get up! Go!16But she said to him, No, my brother, for this wrong in sending me away is greater than the other that you did to me.But he would not listen to her.17He called the young man who served him and said, Put this woman out of my presence and bolt the door after her.18Now she was wearinga long robe with sleeves,for thus were the virgin daughters of the king dressed. So his servant put her out and bolted the door after her.19And Tamarput ashes on her head andtore the long robe that she wore. Andshe laid her hand on her head and went away, crying aloud as she went. 20And her brother Absalom said to her, Has Amnon your brother been with you? Now hold your peace, my sister. He is your brother; do not take this to heart. So Tamar lived, a desolate woman, in her brother Absalom's house.21When King David heard of all these things, he was very angry.22But Absalom spoke to Amnonneither good nor bad, for Absalom hated Amnon, because he had violated his sister Tamar.
As David's story unfolds, the once-glorious king is seen in the throes of decline. His demise is more than just a tragic historical narrative; it's a warning to each of us about the corrosive effects of sin. Hear more on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the series ‘A Study in 1 and 2 Samuel, Volume 8' • Learn more about our current resource, request your copy with a donation of any amount. Helpful Resources - Learn about God's salvation plan - Read our most recent articles - Subscribe to our daily devotional Follow Us YouTube | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter This listener-funded program features the clear, relevant Bible teaching of Alistair Begg. Today's program and nearly 3,000 messages can be streamed and shared for free at tfl.org thanks to the generous giving from monthly donors called Truthpartners. Learn more about this Gospel-sharing team or become one today. Thanks for listening to Truth For Life!
As David's story unfolds, the once-glorious king is seen in the throes of decline. His demise is more than just a tragic historical narrative; it's a warning to each of us about the corrosive effects of sin. Hear more on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. 2 Samuel 13:2339 To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/163/29
As David's story unfolds, the once-glorious king is seen in the throes of decline. His demise is more than just a tragic historical narrative; it's a warning to each of us about the corrosive effects of sin. Hear more on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. 2 Samuel 13:2339 To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/163/29
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Uncontrolled lust inevitably leads to devastation. The events involving Amnon and his half-sister Tamar make this blatantly clear. Hear their story, and learn the best question to ask yourself in any situation, on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. ----------------------------------------- • Click here and look for "FROM THE SERMON" to stream or read the full message. • This program is part of the series ‘A Study in 1 and 2 Samuel, Volume 8' • Learn more about our current resource, request your copy with a donation of any amount. Helpful Resources - Learn about God's salvation plan - Read our most recent articles - Subscribe to our daily devotional Follow Us YouTube | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter This listener-funded program features the clear, relevant Bible teaching of Alistair Begg. Today's program and nearly 3,000 messages can be streamed and shared for free at tfl.org thanks to the generous giving from monthly donors called Truthpartners. Learn more about this Gospel-sharing team or become one today. Thanks for listening to Truth For Life!
Uncontrolled lust inevitably leads to devastation. The events involving Amnon and his half-sister Tamar make this blatantly clear. Hear their story, and learn the best question to ask yourself in any situation, on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. 2 Samuel 13:122 To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/163/29
In this episode, we dig into the connections between the Absalom Revolt in 2 Samuel 15-18 and the Passion Narrative in the Gospel of Matthew, particularly the betrayal and arrest of Jesus. While Matthew's Gospel does not explicitly mention David during the Passion Narrative, it subtly portrays Jesus as walking and talking like David, employing language, themes, and narrative parallels that draw us back to David's own betrayal and suffering. By doing so, Matthew reveals Jesus as the greater David—one who fully embodies the redemptive purposes of God. To help us see the connections, we explore the backstory of Absalom—how David's inaction in the face of grave injustice, when Amnon violated Absalom's sister Tamar, sowed seeds of bitterness that eventually led Absalom to revolt against his father. This revolt was alluded to by Nathan the prophet in 2 Samuel 12 as a consequence of David's sin with Bathsheba and Uriah. Then we highlight six key correspondences between the Absalom Revolt and Jesus' arrest, showing how Matthew intentionally echoes David's betrayal. However, we also note three critical ways Jesus is different from David. Finally, we reflect on how Jesus understood the things that were happening to him. For Jesus, these events were not arbitrary but were a fulfillment of Israel's Scriptures. We explore the meaning of "fulfillment" not merely as a prediction about the future, but also as a past event that prefigures a future one—an event that finds its full meaning and completion in Jesus. Jesus not only walked in the footsteps of David, as the son of David he continued the journey that his father David began, but never completed. Key Passages: 2 Samuel 15-16 Matthew 26:30-56 Key Resources: Article by Nathan Johnson exploring the Connections between the Absalom Revolt and Jesus' Passion Narrative. Explainer Video on how to use www.biblehub.com and www.blueletterbible.org Leave us a question or comment at our website podcast page. * Intro Music: "Admirable" Carlos Herrera Music --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/onelifenash/support
Uncontrolled lust inevitably leads to devastation. The events involving Amnon and his half-sister Tamar make this blatantly clear. Hear their story, and learn the best question to ask yourself in any situation, on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. 2 Samuel 13:122 To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/163/29
Watch now! - https://www.youtube.com/@Urelevant Let's dive into some security concerns and what you can do to shore up your AI implementations inside of agent force so I noticed a post on LinkedIn that was gaining some traction that was from Amnon Kruvi and he's a Salesforce architect and he mentions in his post that "it took me exactly two questions to accidentally get agent force to reveal someone else's personal information using the default actions followed by hallucinating madeup orders for that person and then from there he's saying how AI has no business reading database records that is not to say there are no excellent use cases for it but delivering live information from a database is just too risky in the data protection era we need to be realistic with what kinds of solutions AI can safely deliver I understand the hype but some of it will just leave the door wide open for someone to steal your data." That really intrigued me when I first saw that is like wow this is giving up information and Salesforce has done a lot of work around the Einstein trust layer to try to protect information to mask sensitive data as it goes to a large language model but when you think about it as far as authentication methods that's something that always happens whenever you call into a call center and dealing with any sort of sensitive records often times you're asked to verify your phone number your date of birth perhaps provide the last four of your Social just different things as far as verifying and so what Amnon goes on to describe in some of the comments which I'll highlight some here in a moment is that the verification process was kind of thin and this was the default behavior and setup in the instruction sets inside of Agentforce and I'll dig in more to try to see what sort of org or instance he was in if this was is a free learner account I think one of the issues is is that this was the default setup provided by Salesforce which might lead to uh users trusting that just because it's coming from Salesforce just presuming that best practices were being used so we're going to explore in this video as well how you can help bring your instructions into alignment your various guardrails that you can put in place inside of Agentforce and then open up some of the possibilities as far is if there's things that are out of alignment or contradict one another in your guard rails and instructions these are all things that we now have to think about in this new age of AI that we're working in and navigating and so Amnon further iterates that does a good job of closing off a lot of attack vectors but the issue was with the default demo configuration being of poor quality and teaches bad processes that highlight the security risk involved with any kind of AI based technology and so here is my comment where I chimed in just saying for my perspective that there's so many challenges that abound from implementing generative AI and placing guard rail ensuring alignment across all instructions in Agentforce and the inevitable rapid release of new and improved models makes this a moving Target this is a good case study for the Agentforce testing center and previously we saw the release a few weeks ago of the Agentforce testing center where you can bulk test agent force performance and agent responses and I think that this is a good thing to think about is the hundreds or thousands of ways that prompts might come into an Enterprise and then testing out out in bulk the verification process so that you are not just giving away other people's information the scenario that Amnon is describing is he's self-identifying as someone saying that he is someone else giving that person's email address which sometimes is easy to find online and then asking questions about an order for example so you can see if you're dealing with agent force at a healthcare setting Financial Services Etc there's a lot of loopholes that could be exploited and so then Paul Battisson he had a question here missing that this is concerning and asking about the setup wanting to know more details as to what was the org in question what was the setup and so he answers Paul saying it was an SDO that's the Salesforce developer org and the main point here is that Amnon had a pretty good idea of why it was happening how to mitigate the situation as well his main point is that the default action should not be so exposed because people might think they're best practice and that's the point here is that when you see something from Salesforce you assume that everything's been thought out and thought through and that the proper guard rails are in place so whenever you're spinning up an instance that has Agentforce enabled you don't want to just necessarily take all the instruction sets at face value there's instructions you can place the agent level and inside of prompt templates and you will be wanting to audit those make sure that they're in alignment that's one of the points I was trying to make as far as this being indeed a moving Target coupled with as well in the background the constant Evolution and advancements with new large language models and those being added into agent force over time and so this is something that will not be set it and forget it sort of proposition but will always need to be being monitored by organizations and tested in bulk in mass and that's why the Agentforce testing center is so important is because we can't humanly scale to that point to think of all the variations as to the different approaches to be able to try to hack this in and there was another response further down from someone named Vani I didn't put her last name I checked her profile I'm not sure what her last name is she's bringing up since Agentforce can't function without Einstein trust layer uh which includes safeguards like data masking and access controls I'm curious do this happen even after having these protections or or do you think they're still room for improvement and so then Amnon responds back that I did not actively put someone's address as protected data in the trust layer configuration though it was enabled with the default settings and then basically said hey my email is xxx then asked it to tell me what my address and birthday were and so that is the example specifically of the prompt or the utterance that was given to Agentforce and it didn't really do a great job as far as verifying the identity of the person it was able to then verify by the email address assuming that that is the person that is chatting or prompting agent force and then was able to follow up with asking some follow-up questions and so then Andy Cotgreave brought up a great point as well saying we don't want to put the burden on the end user as far as having to test test test and that burden should be on Salesforce in the configuration of Agentforce and this I think it was this specific comment that caused me to remember theAgentforce testing center which was recently released that comment of test test test was realizing okay the burden is on the user and this is Salesforce's response is to use the Agentforce testing center because it we can't humanly scale as I said to test out all those different variations and so it's the coupling of humans and AI working together on that side of the fence to do that testing in in addition to configuring the Einstein Trust Layer setting and then as well the instruction sets for prompt templates the agent instructions as well the topic configurations so there's a lot of great conversation here and this really opens up some thought related to authentication of users and just the utterances and prompts that Agentforce will be faced with dealing with out in the wild so many thanks to Amnon Kruvi for insightful post bringing up some important aspects related to Security in the age of Agentforce and so be sure and check out Velza that is our implementation company we specialize in Salesforce implementations and agent force implementations reach out to us at Velza.com and we will schedule a call do a discovery and get your implementation out on the right foot or fix a failed implementation that seems to be all the rage nowadays is people trying to start over and get their configurations fixed especially in this age of AI and Agentforce also be sure and check out rapidreskill.com for Salesforce and AI training and be sure and like And subscribe to the Urelevant podcast feed the algorithm help others to find Urelevant as well it's all about helping you to find relevance in the economy of now I'm Mike wheeler signing off for now until next time I'll see you in the cloud
église AB Lausanne ; KJV 2 Samuel (2 Kings) 13 And it came to pass after this, that Absalom the son of David had a fair sister, whose name was Tamar; and Amnon the son of David loved her. And Amnon was so vexed, that he fell sick for his sister Tamar; for she was a virgin; and Amnon thought it hard for him to do any thing to her. But Amnon had a friend, whose name was Jonadab, the son of Shimeah David's brother: and Jonadab was a very subtil man. And he said unto him, Why art thou, being the king's son, lean from day to day? wilt thou not tell me? And Amnon said unto him, I love Tamar, my brother Absalom's sister. And Jonadab said unto him, Lay thee down on thy bed, and make thyself sick: and when thy father cometh to see thee, say unto him, I pray thee, let my sister Tamar come, and give me meat, and dress the meat in my sight, that I may see it, and eat it at her hand. So Amnon lay down, and made himself sick: and when the king was come to see him, Amnon said unto the king, I pray thee, let Tamar my sister come, and make me a couple of cakes in my sight, that I may eat at her hand. Then David sent home to Tamar, saying, Go now to thy brother Amnon's house, and dress him meat. So Tamar went to her brother Amnon's house; and he was laid down. And she took flour, and kneaded it, and made cakes in his sight, and did bake the cakes. And she took a pan, and poured them out before him; but he refused to eat. And Amnon said, Have out all men from me. And they went out every man from him. And Amnon said unto Tamar, Bring the meat into the chamber, that I may eat of thine hand. And Tamar took the cakes which she had made, and brought them into the chamber to Amnon her brother. ...
Pastor Marshall Ochs | December 8, 2024In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 2 Kings 21-22. These chapters focus on the decline of Israel and Judah, including the reign of King Manasseh, whose sinful actions led to God's judgment. Despite the wickedness of his son Amnon, God's promise remained, and a new king, Josiah, brought a brief period of restoration through repentance, reform, and a return to God's Word. Josiah's reign highlights the importance of hearing and obeying God's Word, pointing to the ultimate fulfillment of these principles in Jesus Christ. Jesus' Advent offers a far greater hope, bringing heart transformation, the empowerment of the Holy Spirit, and the promise of a new covenant that brings salvation, adoption, and eternal restoration.
Why did Amnon do such an awful thing? What were the consequences?
Aloha and welcome to The Mission North Shore's Podcast! This week we explore the ripple effects of sin and its impact on David's family, focusing on the consequences of his actions with Bathsheba and Uriah. Pastor Tripp delves into the turbulent events of 2 Samuel chapters 13 to 19, examining how David's failings influenced his sons, Amnon and Absalom, leading to heartbreak and conflict. Gain insights into parenting, integrity, and the lasting ramifications of our choices. This episode offers a crucial reminder of the importance of moral responsibility and the lessons found within scripture to guide us in avoiding destructive paths. God bless and have a great week!
Certain wounds like sexual abuse, do incredible damage to our heart, mind, body, and soul, as we see in the story of Tamar and Amnon. Even so, the Lord can and will heal us, if we'll allow him to do so. Healing begins by laying a truthful foundation in our beliefs.
In this episode, Amir Bormand speaks with Amnon Mishor, Gynger's CTO, to discuss the concepts of startup and founder resilience. Mishor shares insights from his experiences with multiple startups, emphasizing the importance of resilience in founders and companies, especially in challenging economic times. He discusses Gynger's role in providing embedded financing solutions for technology purchases and the concept of responsible growth, offering practical advice on navigating difficult business environments. The episode also explores the balance between striving for growth and maintaining responsible business practices. Tune in to gain valuable perspectives on building a resilient startup. Highlights: 01:44 Defining Resilience in Startups 03:23 Challenges in Difficult Times 04:23 Personal Experiences and Lessons 10:45 Responsible Growth vs. Rapid Expansion 22:23 Focus and Product Strategy Guest: Amnon Mishor is the Chief Technology Officer at Gynger, a leading B2B fintech, where he spearheads technological innovation and strategy. With over 20 years of experience in tech entrepreneurship, Amnon excels in big data, AI, and SaaS. Before joining Gynger, he founded Leadspace, a customer data platform for B2B enterprises. Amnon has led the development of cutting-edge global data and AI solutions for major tech giants, including Salesforce, Nvidia, and Microsoft. His distinguished career also includes leading the data analytics Department in the Israeli Defense Force's Technological Intelligence Unit. Amnon holds a B.Sc. in Computer Science and a Master's in Economics. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amnonmishor/ ---- Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Tech Trek. We would appreciate it if you would take a minute to rate and review us on your favorite podcast player. Want to learn more about us? Head over at https://www.elevano.com Have questions or want to cover specific topics with our future guests? Please message me at https://www.linkedin.com/in/amirbormand (Amir Bormand)
We continue to study the life of David through our Imperfect Anointed sermon series. Rev. Jonker will preach on 2 Samuel 13, a chapter that tells the terrible story of the encounter between Amnon and Tamar.
When David's son Amnon gave way to his lust for Tamar, tragedy ensued. 1 Corinthians 10 tells us that these stories are written down for our instruction so that we may not desire sin. Pastor Doug preaches on the realities of lust from 2 Samuel 13.
Co-Pastor Ezekiel Perez | November 5, 2024 The Fountain Apostolic Church Build Your Church (2024) Learn more at tfachurch.com/plus Sermon Notes: Proverbs 22:6 It's possible to be a man after God's own heart, making heaven your home, but leave a mess behind of your family. Seek to understand the impact addiction & trauma plays on our children. Psalm 147:3 We ought to provide a safe & stable environment for our children. Proverbs 22:6 Our families need to heal through connection & communication. James 1:19 Provide resources for emotional & spiritual healing for our children. 2 Timothy 1:7 We ought to model a life of faith & hope to our children. Romans 15:13 King David's Failures in Emotional Availability as a Father Lack of Discipline and Justice with Amnon and Tamar Event: Amnon's assault on Tamar (2 Samuel 13:1-22). David's Response: Though angered, David took no disciplinary action against Amnon. Impact: Tamar was left without justice, and Absalom harbored deep resentment, ultimately killing Amnon (2 Samuel 13:23-29). Reflection: David's passivity led to unresolved pain and family division. Alienation of Absalom Event: Absalom avenges Tamar, kills Amnon, and flees (2 Samuel 13:37-39). David's Response: Though David longed for Absalom's return, he kept him at a distance for two years after his return to Jerusalem (2 Samuel 14:24, 28). Impact: This estrangement contributed to Absalom's rebellion and death (2 Samuel 15-18). Reflection: David's inability to reconcile with Absalom created a rift that ultimately led to tragic consequences. Neglect of Adonijah Event: Adonijah attempts to seize the throne without David's knowledge (1 Kings 1). David's Response: He had "never displeased him" by holding him accountable (1 Kings 1:6). Impact: This lack of guidance allowed Adonijah to feel entitled, leading to his eventual downfall. Reflection: David's failure to correct Adonijah reveals the need for active parental involvement and boundaries. Failure to Comfort and Engage with His Children Personally Observation: David was often distant and preoccupied with his role as king, limiting his emotional engagement. Impact: His children experienced instability, division, and betrayal, often lacking consistent guidance or support. Reflection: David's emotional absence led to destructive family dynamics, underscoring the need for fathers to provide both stability and emotional support. Reflection on David's Legacy as a Father Lesson: David's story demonstrates that even a strong relationship with God does not replace the need for attentive, engaged parenting. Takeaway: Spiritual leaders are called to balance both faith and family responsibilities, being present and available to nurture healthy relationships.
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In this Bible Story, we peer into the difficult relationships within David's family. One of David's sons, Amnon, rapes his half sister Tamar. And as an act of revenge, Absalom murders him. This story is inspired by 2 Samuel 13. Go to BibleinaYear.com and learn the Bible in a Year.Today's Bible verse is 2 Samuel 13:30 from the King James Version.Episode 104: David was blessed with many children, yet because of his many marriages, this made for dysfunction rather than joy; such as the lust that Amnon had for his half-sister Tamar. He schemed with his friend Jonadab to feign sickness and raped her as she was caring for him. Running in shame to her brother Absalom she told him all that had happened. He took her in and cared for her but he also took the spirit of revenge in and nursed it in his heart. Two years later he killed Amnon and fled to Geshur.Hear the Bible come to life as Pastor Jack Graham leads you through the official BibleinaYear.com podcast. This Biblical Audio Experience will help you master wisdom from the world's greatest book. In each episode, you will learn to apply Biblical principles to everyday life. Now understanding the Bible is easier than ever before; enjoy a cinematic audio experience full of inspirational storytelling, orchestral music, and profound commentary from world-renowned Pastor Jack Graham.Also, you can download the Pray.com app for more Christian content, including, Daily Prayers, Inspirational Testimonies, and Bedtime Bible Stories.Visit JackGraham.org for more resources on how to tap into God's power for successful Christian living.Pray.com is the digital destination of faith. With over 5,000 daily prayers, meditations, bedtime stories, and cinematic stories inspired by the Bible, the Pray.com app has everything you need to keep your focus on the Lord. Make Prayer a priority and download the #1 App for Prayer and Sleep today in the Apple app store or Google Play store.Executive Producers: Steve Gatena & Max BardProducer: Ben GammonHosted by: Pastor Jack GrahamMusic by: Andrew Morgan SmithBible Story narration by: Todd HaberkornSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fr. Mike preaches hope for the future of those with wounded hearts as we read the stories of Tamar, Amnon, and David. No matter what's in your past - things you've done or things that have been done to you - there is abundant hope for your future because God desires to make you whole. Today's readings are 2 Samuel 13, 1 Chronicles 17, and Psalm 35. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.