#soap # 2 Samuel 13 ## Title: A Time for Grief, A Time For Mending Fences ## Scripture: (2 Samuel 13:39) “The king longed to go to Absalom, for he had since been consoled over the death of Amnon.” (NET) ## Observation: This is a terrible tragedy all the way around. There is nothing to excuse Amnon for what he did. It is also understandable that Absalom sought out justice. David is also rightly upset that his son is dead, even though at the hands of his other son. It’s just a terrible thing. David is right to be distraught by it all. We will go through seasons that seem to be going from bad to worse. When these seasons come, it is okay to grieve. It is okay to grieve for a while. However, just like seasons, we must remember that grief is intended to be passed through and not a place to stay. Give yourself time to grieve, then look and see what remains. Begin working to rebuild and mend fences. This doesn’t mean things will be the same. This is not always the case. However, the goal is to move forward and make a new day. ## Application: Take time to grieve. After grief, take time to rebuild. ## Prayer: Thank You, Jesus, for being with us in every valley and low place.