Psalm 32
A Maskil of David.
Blessed is the one whose transgression is forgiven, whose sin is covered.
Blessed is the man against whom the LORD counts no iniquity, and in whose spirit there is no deceit.
For when I kept silent, my bones wasted away through my groaning all day long. For day and night Your hand was heavy upon me; my strength was dried up as by the heat of summer. Selah
I acknowledged my sin to You, and I did not cover my iniquity; I said, “I will confess my transgressions to the LORD,” and You forgave the iniquity of my sin. Selah
Therefore let everyone who is godly offer prayer to You at a time when You may be found; surely in the rush of great waters, they shall not reach him. You are a hiding place for me; You preserve me from trouble; You surround me with shouts of deliverance.
I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with My eye upon you. Be not like a horse or a mule, without understanding, which must be curbed with bit and bridle, or it will not stay near you. Many are the sorrows of the wicked, but steadfast love surrounds the one who trusts in the LORD.
Be glad in the LORD, and rejoice, O righteous, and shout for joy, all you upright in heart! (ESV)
Introduction:
From Drought to Delight
1. The Blessedness of Forgiveness Declared (Psalm 32:1-2)
1.1 The Nature of True Blessedness
1.2 Forgiveness Defined Three Ways
• Forgiven – sin is lifted away
• Covered – sin is concealed from judgment
• Not counted – sin is not imputed
2. The Misery of Unconfessed Sin Described (Psalm 32:3–4)
2.1 Silence Before God is Not Neutral
2.2 The Heavy Hand of a Loving God
3. The Mercy of Confession Celebrated (Psalm 32:5–7)
3.1 Confession is Agreement With God
3.2 Forgiveness is Immediate and Complete
3.3 A Call to Seek God While He May Be Found
3.4 From Threat to Refuge
4. The Wisdom of Restored Obedience Urged (Psalm 32:8–11)
4.1 Grace Leads to Guidance
4.2 A Warning Against Stubbornness
4.3 Two Paths, Two Outcomes
4.4 The End of Discipline is Joy
Conclusion:
A Fitting End to the Lord’s Day.