Why did David flee instead of staying to fight Absalom?

David fled Jerusalem not out of cowardice but faith. He sought to protect the city from civil war and trusted God with the outcome.

How does 2 Samuel 15 point to Jesus Christ?

David's weeping on the Mount of Olives foreshadows Jesus' anguish in Gethsemane. David trusts God's plan; Jesus fulfills it perfectly.

What can Christians learn about leadership from this chapter?

True leadership is rooted in humility, truth, and trust in God—not manipulation or personal gain, as seen in Absalom’s rebellion.

The Conspiracy of Absalom – 2 Samuel 15 (July 15, 2025)

Name: The Conspiracy of Absalom – 2 Samuel 15:1–37
Uploaded: 2025-07-15
Channel: Dave Jenkins
Description: In this episode of Reading the Bible Daily with Dave, we explore Absalom’s rebellion and David’s response. This chapter reveals timeless truths about betrayal, godly leadership, and trusting God in the face of loss—all pointing to Christ, the true King.

⏱️ Estimated Reading Time: 1 min read

The Conspiracy of Absalom – 2 Samuel 15:1–37

Reading the Bible Daily with Dave – July 15, 2025

In today’s episode, Absalom’s rebellion erupts—and David must flee the city he once conquered. This chapter is filled with betrayal, heartbreak, loyalty, and quiet trust in God’s sovereign hand. David doesn’t grasp for power—he entrusts his future to the Lord.

Join Dave Jenkins as he walks through 2 Samuel 15:1–37, exploring the theology of leadership, loyalty, and suffering—and how it all points us to Christ.

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📖 Scripture: 2 Samuel 15:1–37

Memory Verse: 2 Samuel 15:25–26

🔑 Key Themes

Power without integrity
Loyalty in exile
Foreshadowing Christ on the Mount of Olives
Trusting God when falsely accused or betrayed

🧭 Main Takeaway

When leaders fail or betray us, we don’t grasp for control—we trust the King who reigns over all.

📚 Theology Focus

Sovereignty, suffering, and Christ as the true King

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Dave Jenkins( Executive Director )

Dave Jenkins is happily married to his wife, Sarah. He is a writer, editor, and speaker living in beautiful Southern Oregon. Dave is a lover of Christ, His people, the Church, and sound theology. He serves as the Executive Director of Servants of Grace Ministries, the Executive Editor of Theology for Life Magazine, the Host and Producer of Equipping You in Grace Podcast, and is a contributor to and producer of Contending for the Word. He is the author of The Word Explored: The Problem of Biblical Illiteracy and What To Do About It (House to House, 2021), The Word Matters: Defending Biblical Authority Against the Spirit of the Age (G3 Press, 2022), and Contentment: The Journey of a Lifetime (Theology for Life, 2024). You can find him on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Youtube, or read his newsletter. Dave loves to spend time with his wife, going to movies, eating at a nice restaurant, or going out for a round of golf with a good friend. He is also a voracious reader, in particular of Reformed theology, and the Puritans. You will often find him when he’s not busy with ministry reading a pile of the latest books from a wide variety of Christian publishers. Dave received his M.A.R. and M.Div through Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary.