David’s Confession

David writes this psalm after the prophet Nathan confronts him about his sin with Bathsheba. David has committed adultery and arranged the death of her husband Uriah to cover it up (2 Samuel 11). For weeks, David hides his sin. But when Nathan exposes it, David humbles himself before God. He doesn't make excuses or shift blame. He turns to God in raw, honest confession. David recognizes that his sin has devastated others, and it’s an offense against God. He throws himself on God's mercy, pleading for forgiveness and a clean heart. David knows he has no right to ask, yet he asks because he knows God's character...