A Truly Repentant Heart: How David Dealt With Sin (Part 5)
on March 19th, 2019
"You do not desire a sacrifice or I would offer one. You do not desire a burnt offering."David was in deep reflection over what God truly desires in a repentant person.Here was a man who understood the power of material sacrifice. Here was a man who sacrificed generously to God. We are reminded in 2 Samuel 6:13, "When those who were carrying the ark of the LORD had taken six steps, he sacrificed a... Read More
A Truly Repentant Heart: How David Dealt With Sin (Part 4)
on March 18th, 2019
As David continues to pour out his heart before the LORD, we see glimpses of the things that are dearest to him in his relationship with God. We also see David's eagerness to share his story with others who might be contemplating going down the same regrettable path he had placed himself on. Let's follow his prayer:First: Do not banish me from your presence, and don't take your Holy Spirit from me... Read More
A Truly Repentant Heart: How David Dealt With Sin (Part 3)
on March 17th, 2019
David, "the man after God's own heart" struggles for the restoration of his relationship with God.The relationship has been tarnished by his sins and his spiritual life is a wreck. The spiritual wreck is affecting his entire being. He is troubled and sleepless. There are some valuable lessons to note:First: As David pleads his case with God, he traces his sin to the very source: "For I was born a ... Read More
A Truly Repentant Heart: How David Dealt With Sin (Part 2)
on March 16th, 2019
The pain of hurting someone you truly love can be unbearable. When a truly caring heart is bruised by our callous behavior, it evokes a lot of guilt within our soul. The sense of guilt is unavoidable until we truly confront the situation with candor. Our guilt is erased only after a true heartfelt apology to the loved one we have hurt and disappointed. That is when we regain trust from the person.... Read More
A Truly Repentant Heart: How David Dealt With Sin (Part 1)
on March 15th, 2019
In a rather unsettling way, David, the "man after God’s own heart" had sinned against God.He had committed adultery and senselessly ordered the husband of the woman to be killed both as a cover-up and to pave the way to marry the dead man's wife. David had abused his power as king. All of David's imperfections were on display. The man after God's own heart had some real issues of sin to deal with.... Read More
The Power of Intercession and a Sacrificial Offering
on March 14th, 2019
David had sinned against God by numbering the military forces of Israel. He must have done it out of pride for self-glorification: ‘’look how powerful I have become! Look at the numerous troops I have at my beck and call!’’ David acknowledged that he had done a foolish thing and he was immediately conscience-stricken. He was repentant.Even though David was the immediate cause of the plague, the pe... Read More