(Psalm 53)

I. Depravity (53:1-3)

A. The denial of Deity leads to depravity (cf. Romans 1:18-32)
B. The “children of men” (v. 2) contrasted with “My people” (v. 4)
C. They are not born wicked (as Calvinism purports) but have “turned aside” and “become corrupt”

II. Disapproval (53:4-5)

A. Lack of understanding leads to oppression of truth
B. They claim “no fear” but are in reality “in great fear” (cf. Hebrews 10:31)
C. The result of their rejection? “God has despised them”

III. Deliverance (53:6)

A. A plea for salvation from captivity (cf. Romans 6:17)
B. The result of salvation is joy and gladness