As we conclude our journey through Psalm 51, we encounter a profound shift in David’s focus—a shift that epitomizes the essence of true repentance. In the concluding verses of Psalm 51, David’s attention shifts from self-absorption to concern for others and the glory of God. Step 6: True Repentance Turns Us Away from Ourselves Psalm 51:18-19, “Do good to Zion …
In the two previous articles, we explored the first steps of true repentance: appealing to God’s mercy, confessing the sinfulness of our sin, and seeking full renewal. Now, we dive into the next two steps as we continue our journey through Psalm 51. Step 4: True Repentance Desires God’s Glory Psalm 51:13-15, “Then I will teach transgressors your ways, and …
In our previous discussion on traumatic grace, we explored the initial step of true repentance: appealing to God’s mercy. We saw how David, exposed in his sin, cried out for God’s steadfast love and abundant mercy. Now, we move to the next two steps of true repentance, as illustrated in Psalm 51, to understand how we must confess the sinfulness …
Traumatic Grace Have you ever been exposed? Has someone ever ripped the bandaid off something you were trying to keep secret? You thought you were in the clear. You thought no one would ever know. But then, without warning and without time to react, you were stripped of your lie, and you knew you just got caught. David was the …
