Discerning the Spirit of Absalom in the Church 2 Samuel 14:19-15:6 Absalom Hurts the Most Psalm 55:12-14 For it is not an enemy who reproaches me; Then I could bear it. Nor is it one who hates me who has exalted himself against me; Then I could hide from him. But it was you, a man my equal, my companion and my acquaintance. We took sweet counsel together, and walked to the house of God in the throng. 2 Samuel 15:12 Then Absalom sent for Ahithophel the Gilonite, Davids counselor, from his city--from Giloh--while he offered sacrifices. And the conspiracy grew strong, for the people with Absalom continually increased in number. What Caused Absalom’s sin: Offense & hatred; Unforgiveness & Bitterness. Matthew 24:3,10 What will be the sign of Your coming, and of the end of the age? …10 And then many will be offended, will betray one another, and will hate one another. Motive: Revenge, discredit and ruin. 2 Samuel 15:6 In this manner Absalom acted toward all Israel who came to the king for judgment. So Absalom stole the hearts of the men of Israel. I. How David Failed: 1. His feelings almost destroyed him: 2 Sam 13:39 And King David longed to go to Absalom. For he had been comforted concerning Amnon, because he was dead. 2 Samuel 14:1 So Joab the son of Zeruiah perceived that the kings heart was concerned about Absalom. 2. Feeling he has to prove his compassion to others to the point of ruining his own kingdom 3. He tolerated his antics and didn’t confront him
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