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Jun 19, 2011

Area 51 (Part 3)

Passage: Psalms 51:1-19

Preacher: Travis Fleming

Series:Snapshots: Psalms for All Situations

Summary:

We are fortunate that the Psalms address most aspects of life. It is beautiful to see that God cares for humans, no matter the struggle. This series provides snapshots of how the Psalms address various life situations.

Detail:

Psalm 51 reminds us that:

1.  We have the capacity to sin greatly.

  • Our sin:
    • Causes us to do stupid things.
    • Can bring great suffering.
    • Results in great shame.

2.  There are consequences for sin.

  • Sin:
    • Separates us from God.
    • Soils the soul.
    • Saturates the mind.
    • Stains the conscience.
    • Secures our verdict.
    • Severs us from community.
    • Saddens the heart.
    • Sickens the body.
    • Shakes our spirit.
    • Shatters our confidence.
    • Sabotages our testimony.
    • Stops our praise.

3.   There is a way to come back after sinning.

  • Making a comeback involves:
    • Approaching God in a spirit of contrition.
    • Confessing your sins to God.
    • Allowing God to cleanse you.
    • Celebrating your restoration.