Chapter 25: The Exiled Son

Heroes in the Bible

Max Bard

Religion, Religion & Spirituality

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🗓️ 3 October 2025

⏱️ 41 minutes

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Chapter 25 of Heroes in the Bible: David with Dr. Tony Evans is inspired by 2 Samuel 13-14. The Exiled Son - Due to his neglect, David’s family begins to tear at the seems, and he finds himself exiling his own son. Today's opening prayer is inspired by John 16:33, These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world. Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. Sign up for Heroes in the Bible devotionals at https://www.heroesinthebible.com/ Learn more about Dr. Tony Evans at https://tonyevans.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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0:00.0	Hi, I'm Dr. Tony Evans, and I'm excited for you to join me on Heroes in the Bible.
0:05.6	Please be sure to follow the podcast on Apple or Spotify so that you get the newest episodes
0:11.1	right as they come out. Welcome to the epic adventure of David, a story of honor, battle,
0:17.9	jealousy, darkness, friendship, love, scandal, and murder. While most people know of David
0:23.7	the myth, few know about David the man. In this episode, we're still trapped in a dark period of
0:30.0	David's life. His sin has created a ripple effect, and his family is in disarray. I wish I could say
0:36.4	there were redeeming moments in this episode,
0:38.5	but unfortunately, this time in David's life is one long downward spiral.
0:44.0	There's always ultimate hope in Jesus, but for David, everything seems out of his grasp.
0:50.0	This episode features less of David and more of his children.
0:53.2	We will get our first glimpse into the princes and princesses of the king's palace.
0:58.6	It is going to be jarring for us to listen to David's sons.
1:02.1	They don't resemble their father in the slightest.
1:05.5	As the dysfunction ensues, we can't help but be discouraged.
1:09.8	We thought David would be a better father than this.
1:13.1	I would also like to offer a fair warning about this episode. There is a scene that depicts
1:18.7	sexual violence and abuse. These scenes should make all of us feel uneasy, but we thought it was
1:24.7	important not to admit aspects of David's story.
1:30.8	It should sadden us all to observe David's household.
1:36.3	Familiar strife can sometimes pose a greater challenge than giants in armies.
1:42.0	Will our hero be able to rise to the occasion, or will he fall into the apathy of many distant fathers?
1:43.3	We will find out in this episode,
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