David and Bathsheba: A Journey of Sin, Repentance, and Restoration

📖 Introduction

Welcome to this 21-day Bible study plan on David and Bathsheba. This story is one of the most poignant accounts in the Bible, revealing the depths of human failure, the gravity of sin, and the overwhelming mercy of God. King David, described as a man after God's own heart (1 Samuel 13:14), faced a tragic moment in his life when he committed adultery with Bathsheba and orchestrated the death of her husband Uriah. This biblical narrative exposes the consequences of sin, but also points us towards repentance, forgiveness, and restoration.

Throughout these 21 days, we will walk through the key moments of this story: David's sin, his attempts to cover it up, God's confrontation through the prophet Nathan, David's heartfelt confession, and the grace that God extended despite David’s failures. We will dive deeply into Psalm 51, a prayer of repentance attributed to David, which powerfully expresses remorse and the desire for renewal.

Whether you are familiar with this story or approaching it for the first time, this study will challenge and encourage you. It invites you to reflect on your own relationship with God, the reality of sin in our lives, and the hope of restoration through God's mercy. As you engage with the Scriptures, be encouraged to open your heart honestly, to embrace God's grace, and to walk in the freedom that follows genuine repentance. Let’s begin this journey of learning from David’s mistakes and experiencing God's unending love.