God’s Judgment

Most non-Christians are very quick to claim that Christians are not supposed to judge. They say it with a sense of arrogance, as both a reminder and a reprimand. One of the key verses used to promote this false teaching is found in Matthew: Why do you look at the...

Consequences

Against you, you only have I sinned and done what is evil in your sight, so you are right in your verdict. — Psalm 51:4 The Bible tells us much about sin. We are told sin is fun for a season, that sin separates us from God, and sin ultimately leads to death....

What Were You Thinking?

Against you, you only have I sinned and done what is evil in your sight, so you are right in your verdict and justified when you judge. — Psalm 51:4 “What were you thinking?” I have heard parents ask their kids this question after they made a bad...

In God’s Sight

Against you, you only have I sinned and done what is evil in your sight; — Psalms 51:4 “If neither party is being hurt, then what’s the big deal?” Have you ever heard this sentiment when talking about social issues surrounding morality? When...

Forget About It

For I know my transgressions and my sin is always before me. — Psalm 51:3 When David says, “I know,” it’s almost like David is saying his sin is continuously on his mind. It is always right in front of him, a never-ending reminder of the sin he...

Who Is Your Nathan?

For I know my transgressions, and my sin is always before me. — Psalms 51:3 I try to picture David in the way that he says this, with an emphasis on “I know my transgressions.” If you don’t know David and Bathsheba’s story, David was...