The Joy of the Forgiven

Experiencing Forgiveness v. 1-2

   Transgression: Crossing the line/defying authority

   Sin: An offense against a moral standard/missing the mark of perfection

   Iniquity: the guilt or punishment acquired from wrongdoing

2. Needing Forgiveness v. 3-4

   Physical Suffering

   Mental Suffering

   Spiritual Suffering

3. Receiving Forgiveness v. 5

   Sin must be. . .

   Acknowledged

   Exposed

   Confessed

4. The Blessings of Forgiveness v. 6-7

   Connection with God through prayer

   Comfort and peace in God

5. God’s Response v. 8-9

   He shows us what is right

   He wants us to trust Him

6. Our Response v. 10-11

   Let us. . .

   Live our lives in the love of God

   Let us be joyful because our sins are forgiven