You Are the Man: Truths in Grace from David's Transgression

** CONGREGATIONAL READING: 2 Samuel 12:1-31 **

I. AN HISTORICAL TRANSGRESSION REVIEWED

The King Commits Sin

• 1. the king continues in Jerusalem, 2 Sam 11:1
• 2. the king commits adultery, 2 Sam 11:2-5
• 3. the king covers his sin, 2 Sam 11:6-27

The King Confesses His Sin

• 1. the king confronted by the prophet, 2 Sam 12:1-12
• 2. the king confesses his sin, 2 Sam 12:13-15
• 3. the king's consequences for sin, 2 Sam 12:16-23
• 4. the king comforts his wife, 2 Sam 12:24-25
• 5. the king's army captures Rabbah, 2 Sam 12:26-31

II. A HOLY TRUTH REVEALED

The Kingdom Considerations Concerning Sin

• 1. communication of God's Word, Rom 10:17
• 2. conviction of… John 16:8
     --- a. sin
     --- b. righteousness
     --- c. judgment
• 3. confession of sin against God, Psa 51:1-14
• 4. consequences of sin, Jas 1:13-15
     --- a. no sacrifice
     --- b. Christ's sacrifice