2 Samuel 13 Explained: Tamar, Amnon, Absalom, and the Coming King Jesus
2 Samuel 13 and Jesus Christ: When Sin Multiplies, Grace Is Still Coming The story of 2 Samuel 13 is one of the darkest chapters in David's reign. What began as David's private sin in 2 Samuel 11 now spills into his family. Lust, deception, abuse, hatred, revenge, and murder unfold before our eyes. Yet even in this painful chapter, Scripture is preparing us for the arrival of Jesus Christ. The darkness of human sin makes the light of Christ shine even brighter. What Happens in 2 Samuel 13? David's son Amnon becomes obsessed with his half-sister Tamar. Instead of controlling his sinful desires, he devises a deceptive plan with the help of his cousin Jonadab. Pretending to be sick, Amnon convinces David to send Tamar to care for him. Once alone, he forces himself upon her. After committing this terrible act, Amnon's so-called "love" immediately turns into hatred. Tamar leaves in grief and shame. Absalom, Tamar's brother, takes her into his house and quietly...