Scripture reading: Psalm 32
OVERCOMING NEGATIVE EMOTIONS: GUILT
True guilt is the violation of the law of God. David was truly guilty before God, because he had committed adultery with Bathsheba, and made certain that her husband Uriah would be killed in the front lines of battle. King David did not confess the guilt of his sin, until he was confronted by Nathan the prophet. In the meantime, David’s guilt was destroying his health. He could not sleep and was emotionally distraught, until he confessed his sin to God and received forgiveness. Verse five is the turning point in David’s circumstances. He was forgiven, and now he expresses the blessedness of his life in the Lord. This psalm is his testimony of joy for God’s forgiveness and favor in his life. Now he instructs all who will listen, to call out to God, confess their sin, and make a decisive decision to trust and obey God. The benefits of God’s grace and forgiveness are many, but life without God is miserable.
Prayer: Thank you Lord for the price Jesus paid on the cross for my sin. May I experience your unfailing love, as I trust in you.
Scripture Verse: Then I acknowledged my sin to you and did not cover it up my iniquity. I said, “I will confess my trans-gressions to the Lord” – and you forgave the guilt of my sin.
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