A Failure

Scripture: 2 Samuel 13-19

Complementary Scripture: Psalm 3

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Sermon Outline

• David’s Evil Led to Years of Sin and Violence
  • David’s sons learned from him how to commit the same kinds of sins
  • Later, David’s son launched a coup against him
  • Even after winning that war, David struggled with right and wrong
• Failing to Confront Sin Only Leads to More Sin
  • Much of the evil happened because David refused to confront his sons’ sins
  • We must confront sin in those close to us, for everyone’s good
• Failing to Fully Forgive Only Leads to More Sin
  • Much of the evil happened because David refused to forgive his son as he said he would
  • We must forgive like Jesus, for everyone’s good
• When You Fail Ask the Lord to Restore You (Psalm 3)
  • David’s later years were a disaster but his failure wasn’t final
  • Jesus isn’t done with you, even if you fail – turn to Him and He will “lift your head”