Victoria Garcia takes us into Part 4 of our Tripping on Trauma series, breaking down the story of David’s family to reveal patterns in dysfunctional family dynamics and the effects of unresolved sin, poor counsel, silence, and hidden pain.

Key Scripture: 2 Samuel 13:1–22 (NLT)

Amnon: Represents the family member whose sinful desires go unchecked, showing how harmful choices can impact others when left unaddressed.

Jonadab: Functions as the family member who gives unwise or destructive counsel, highlighting the danger of advice that enables wrong doing

Tamar: Represents the vulnerable, unprotected family member—the one who suffers in silence while others stay passive.

David: The parent, guardian, or leader who fails to respond with justice, teaching us the consequences of ignoring pain and failing to lead with righteousness.

Absalom: The family member who internalizes the secrets and pain, demonstrating how unprocessed trauma can affect behavior and relationships over time.

Sermon Points:

1) Every fruit has a root

2) Shame blames, while the healed reveal

3) Only Jesus can turn violation into reconciliation

Learn how God transforms brokenness, heals generational wounds, and brings true reconciliation.