Chapter 28: The Rebellion of Sheba

Heroes in the Bible

Max Bard

Religion, Religion & Spirituality

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🗓️ 24 October 2025

⏱️ 40 minutes

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Chapter 28 of Heroes in the Bible: David with Dr. Tony Evans is inspired by 2 Samuel 20. The Rebellion of Sheba - An ambitious and evil man rises through the ranks and threatens to tear apart everything God has built through David. Will he be able to strike when the king is at his most vulnerable? Today's opening prayer is inspired by Hebrews 11:6, Without faith it is impossible to be well pleasing to him, for he who comes to God must believe that he exists, and that he is a rewarder of those who seek him. 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, your host for Heroes in the Bible. If you've been enjoying this series,
0:05.3	please write a review and let me know how this podcast has impacted your life.
0:10.0	Welcome to the Epic Adventure of David, a story of honor, battle, jealousy, darkness, friendship,
0:16.8	love, scandal, and murder. While most people know of David the myth, few know about David the
0:22.4	man. In this episode, David the Man is exposed and rebuked. This episode does not feature a profound
0:29.9	failure or moral mishap, but we are coming to a point in the story where the myth of David
0:35.2	has melted away. And all that remains is David the man.
0:39.3	Our story only has a few more episodes, and it would seem like David's epic tale is crawling
0:44.5	to the finish line. Rest assured, dear listeners, that David still has a few more epic
0:49.8	adventures before our time is up. This episode reminds us that David has some growing up to do,
0:55.8	even in his old age. The death of his son has left him despondent and crippled with grief.
1:01.5	Normally, we appreciate David's sensitive soul, but this time it is a bit different.
1:07.5	David's emotions overcome him, resembling what modern doctors might call clinical depression.
1:13.4	David is trapped in his own emotions all throughout this episode, whether it's because of
1:18.0	Absalom, Joab, or the state of Israel. But the kingdom needs him. His men need him. There is a mounting
1:25.2	threat that can consume the nation if not dealt with. Does David
1:29.2	still have what it takes or as he at a point in his life where he delegates everything to his
1:34.7	subjects? Have we seen the end of the giant slayer? Will the people be forced to put their
1:39.6	trust in Joab? Let's find out in episode 28, the rebellion of Sheba.
1:45.7	This is an I-Heart podcast.
1:50.0	Americans have a big health care problem.
1:52.4	Over 100 million citizens carry medical debt while paying for over-priced and complicated
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