I’m Disappointed with Myself

I’m Disappointed with Myself

Psalm 51

I. Key Verse: Psalm 51:10 , “Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me.”

II. Fundamental Principles

The most powerful gift of God to man is the Power of Choice Gen. 2:16-17

The most important lesson to learn in life is how to properly forgive yourself and others Eph. 4:32

III. We find healing in God through lament Ps 51

God is not a crutch

God’s redemption brings healing and transformation

Healing Grace is about experiencing God’s Unconditional Love

Empowering Grace is about loving God back

IV. The Elements of Personal Lament Ps. 51

Surrender to God v.1

Acknowledge the depth of sin and the damage it causes

v.4-5

Forgiveness and cleansing from sin vs.2, 7, 14

Renewal and Restoration vs.10-12

V. The Result: Love God more deeply

Testify of God’s love to others vs.13, 15

Obedience that comes from the heart vs.16, 19

Brokenness and humility as a way of life v.17

VI. Growth Group Questions: Read Psalm 51

Icebreaker: What are the buttons that sets you off and make you angry, upset or disappointed?

1. What are the things that you do when you realize you did something wrong? Describe the process. Denial? Justification? Avoidance? Repentance? Admission? Apology?

2. What was David guilty of? 2Sam.11:1-27

3. How did David realize his sin? 2Sam12:1-13

4. How do you know when you are wrong and you realize you have sinned or messed up?

5. How do you ask God for forgiveness?

6. How do you receive God’s forgiveness?

7. How does God’s forgiveness change your life?