Rock Harbor Christian Fellowship
Speaking, and Hearing, the Truth in Love - 2 Samuel 12:1-15
How can we find hope throughout the book of Samuel? Find out this morning!
Locations & Times
Rock Harbor Christian Fellowship
1475 Quintana Rd, Morro Bay, CA 93442, USA
Sunday 8:30 AM
Sunday 10:00 AM
Big Idea: If we are to address sin and grow in the Lord, then we must be willing to speak, and hear, the truth in love.
I. David is Caught (vv. 1-7)
A. In the months following David’s adultery with Bathsheba and the murder of Uriah, he tries to hide from his sin. But God has not forgotten the evil David has done, so He sends Nathan to confront David that he may repent and face the consequences of his actions.
B. Unconfessed sin has an impact on our lives in that it:
1. Obstructs the blessings of God (cf. Ps. 32:1-5).
2. Distorts our view of God and of reality (cf. Heb. 3:12-13).
3. Hinders our spiritual growth (cf. Isa. 59:2).
II. David is Confronted (vv. 7-12)
A. Nathan’s parable was a brilliant approach in confronting David. The story was crafted to shock David by highlighting the injustice of the rich man’s actions and served to force David to reveal his judgment on the matter, not realizing that David was actually passing judgment on himself.
B. In confronting David, we see Nathan:
1. Prompt David to take the log out of his own eye (cf. Matt. 7:1-5).
2. Prompt David to see his sin from God’s perspective.
C. As Jesus’s disciples, it is important that we do not ignore our own failings all the while condemning the failings of others. We need to acknowledge and confess our own sin (cf. Lk. 18:9-14).
III. David’s Confession (vv. 13-15)
A. In surrendering to temptation, David had sinned against the Lord. Unlike Saul who made excuses for his disobedience, David recognized his sin when confronted and repented of it.
B. In David’s confession we see:
1. Personal acceptance of responsibility (v. 13).
2. Recognition of God’s righteousness (v. 13).
C. This narrative reminds us of an important Gospel truth; That even in the darkest sin, there is always the hope of redemption and renewal through Messiah Jesus (cf. Eph. 1:7-9).
Digital Connect Card
Connect with us by filling out our digital connect card. These are viewed by our pastoral staff.
http://www.rockharborcf.com/connect-card