[Lord, You have been our dwelling place in all generations…from
everlasting to everlasting Psalm 90:1-2
During this season of reflection and renewal, join me, and let's
explore God’s Presence, our dwelling place. Are you dwelling in the presence of
God? ~ Donna Howell Oswalt]
"My sacrifice is a humble spirit, O God; You
will not reject a humble and repentant heart.” Psalm
51:17 GNT
David, a poet, musician, shepherd, soldier and king, is
brave, humble, obedient, and faithful to God. Scripture gives examples where
David tells lies, commits adultery, and sanctions murder. Above all, David is
chosen and beloved by God. Sin always creates a chasm between man and God. For
David this is also true; however, there is no sin that exceeds God’s
forgiveness.
David’s repentant heart cries out to God, “For I recognize my shameful deeds – they
haunt me day and night.” Sin not only creates irreversible consequences but
interrupts our intimate relationship with God. Repentance recognizes the sin
and gives voice to the heart’s desire to change. God hears the repentant heart!
Holy God, I wait among my brokenness, my
disillusionment, my recklessness, my impulsiveness, my rebellion. In my confession,
I recognize I fractured our relationship. Forgive me! Let me try again. Count
me alive in Christ. Renew my joy in Your Presence. ~dho
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