Walking wounded

Even the most heinous, high handed sins can be forgiven, but we must still deal with the trouble they cause in our lives. David’s sin with Bathsheba against Uriah was forgiven, but the child (the product of their union) died. David’s family rebelled and lived in constant conflict. (2Sam 12:10-14) I’m sure that life was significantly less sweet for David after his transgression. However, it must be noted that David did not quit. He confessed and repented (Psa 51). He mourned, and he got up, washed, worshipped and ate (2Sam 12:20). We cannot let sin defeat us. The righteous man falls seven times, and rises again (Pro 24:16).