Psalm 51

Introduction

I. The Root of Sin (vv. 5-6)

a. Original Sin (5): Rom. 3:10-12; 5:12
i. “Iniquity”
ii. “Sin”

b. Mans' problem (6)

II. The Result of Sin (vv. 1-4,11,14)

a. “Transgressions” (1,3): 1 Jn. 3:4, James 1:13-15

b. “Evil” in God's sight (4): 2 Sam. 11:27

c. Defilement & Guilt (3,14)

d. Wrath & Judgment (4,11)

III. The Requirement of the Sinner (1a,4,16,17)

a. Work of the Holy Spirit (1a): 2 Sam. 12:1

b. Confession (4): 1 Jn. 1:9

c. Humility & Repentance (16,17): Matt. 5:3-6

IV. The Remedy for Sin (1-2, 7-14)

a. Salvation (12,14)

b. Mercy, Love, Compassion (1)

c. Cleansing (1,2,7)

d. A New Nature & Holy Spirit (10,11): Ezek. 36:25-29

Conclusion