Scripture: Psalms 51: 1-4
Have mercy upon me, O God, according to thy lovingkindness: according unto the multitude of thy tender mercies blot out my transgressions. Wash me throughly from mine iniquity, and cleanse me from my sin. For I acknowledge my transgressions: and my sin is ever before me. Against thee, thee only, have I sinned, and done this evil in thy sight: that thou mightest be justified when thou speakest, and be clear when thou judgest.
Scripture Commentary: We have all sinned against God
Although David sinned with Bathsheba, David said that he had sinned against God. When someone slanders, steals, or murders, it is against someone. There is a victim.
Like David, our sinful actions can and do hurt many people, but most of all, our actions hurt our Lord. Sin offends God because sin in any form is a rebellion against how God wants us to live. David repented for his sins, and God mercifully forgave him.
No sin is too great to be forgiven!
God can and will forgive you of any sin. While God forgives us, He does not always erase the natural consequences of our sin. David’s life and family were never the same as a result of what he had done.
When Satan tempts you to do wrong, remember that you will be sinning against God. Ask God to strengthen, protect and guide you. God is here to protect you from harm with His love.
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