I. Absalom’s Retreat v. 13:37-39
1. Absalom in Exile
2. David makes a mess
3. David’s family failures
4. David harbors bitterness
II. Joab’s Ruse v. 14:1-24
1. Joab’s Politicking
2. Widow’s Wisdom
3. Rebels reconciled to God
III. Absalom’s Return v. 14:25-33
1. Burning the Barley
2. Absalom’s bitterness
3. David’s parenting failures
4. David perpetuates the problem