2 Samuel 12 - Forgiven Yet Consequences Remain

God's grace provides forgiveness, but sin carries lasting consequences. Nathan confronted

David through a parable—"Thou art the man!" David immediately confessed and received

forgiveness, yet God declared judgment: violence would plague his house and his child

would die. Though forgiven, sin's effects ripple through families and generations.

True repentance acknowledges guilt without excuse, accepts God's mercy gratefully,

and bears consequences humbly. Forgiveness restores relationship with God,

but earthly ramifications often remain as sobering reminders.