“The sacrifice you desire is a broken spirit. You will not reject a broken and repentant heart, O God.” —Psalm 51:17 (NLT)
Bible Engagement: United Kingdom/David
Tier 1: 2 Samuel 11-12; David’s sin and repentance Psalms 51; 32
Tier 2: 2 Samuel 11-12; Psalms 51; 32
Tier 3: 2 Samuel 11-12; Psalms 51; 32; 2 Samuel 13-17; Psalms 41; 132
Tier 1 Questions
- What sins did David commit in today’s passages?
• 2 Samuel 11:1-4 reveals the choices David made to put himself in a tempting situation and follow through with temptation. Note a few of these choices.
• What did it take for David to repent in 2 Samuel 12?
Tiers 2-3 Questions
- What sins did David commit in today’s passages?
• 2 Samuel 11:1-4 reveals the choices David made to put himself in a tempting situation and follow through with temptation. Note a few of these choices.
• What did it take for David to repent in 2 Samuel 12?
Application
2 Samuel 11:1-4 reveals that sin many decisions lead up to sin. Ask the Holy Spirit to reveal any steps you have taken towards sin this week and turn back to God in surrender.
Review this week’s key verse “The sacrifice you desire is a broken spirit. You will not reject a broken and repentant heart, O God.” Psalm 51:17 (NLT)
• According to Psalm 51, why do you think David was still called a man after God’s own heart even though he sinned so greatly? What hope does this give to us today?