I'm wondering what kind of home life and what kind of parental discipline are in place in David's household, because whatever the kinds are, they lead to Amnon's raping Tamar--one of David's sons forcing himself on one of David's daughter. (2 Samuel 13:14) Something in me wants to judge the situation--to say that David should not have taken so many wives and concubines or that he should have taught all of the offspring of his many wives and concubines better than they have been taught. But then something in my soul says, "Be careful. Look after the discipline in your own home."
Dear God, bless and protect siblings in all families. May Your love, order, and discipline enter every home on Planet Earth. Please defend those who are vulnerable to abuse.
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