Focusing on 2 Samuel 14:25-15:18 find us deep into the life of David’s son 
Absalom. He was David’s third son, born out of David’s sin with Bathsheba – God had forgiven David for his sin but also promised there would be consequences for it. Absalom was described as a very handsome man and favored by many. His favorable traits, however ended there. He was manipulative, disloyal and selfish; he lacked the personal character, self-control, and integrity that is needed to be a leader. Absalom was not able to say, "I was wrong, I need forgiveness." God offers forgiveness, but we do not experience that forgiveness until we genuinely admit our sins and confess them to God. Absalom rejected his father David’s love and ultimately God's love.
Absalom’s story is tragic. He murdered his own brother and later led a revolt against his father, David, in order to try to become King. He spent a lot of time earning the favor of the people so that he could later use them to promote his rebellion and seize the throne. He lied to David about his faith in order to lead his rebellion.
It’s easy for us to see all the wrongs that occur in Absalom’s life, but ironically, the same sins of the heart the led Absalom to rebellion are the same sins that we struggle with today. When we are blessed, it is easy to feel like we have earned blessing and that we deserve the praise and respect we get from others. If we go unchecked, it can be easy to fall into the same sin of pride that gripped Absalom. Absalom didn’t earn favor with people because he loved them, but rather because he wanted to use them.
Even though we see David’s unconditional love and grace toward Absalom at the end of chapter 14, Absalom still tries to kill and overthrow David. He was unable to accept grace and turn from his sin.
What enemies of our hearts are keeping us from turning towards God?