2 Samuel 11–12, 1 Chronicles 20

Common Theme

God sees and confronts sin even when it is hidden by human schemes. Though David tried to cover his failure, God sent Nathan to expose it and bring David to repentance, revealing God’s justice and mercy in discipline.

Questions

• What does David’s response to Nathan’s confrontation reveal about the nature of true repentance?
• How does this passage contrast human attempts to conceal sin with God’s commitment to righteousness?

God Shot

God does not overlook sin—even among His chosen servants. He is a righteous Judge who exposes wrongdoing, but He is also a merciful Redeemer who provides grace to the brokenhearted and restoration through repentance.