(2 Samuel 12:1-13)

I. Nathan’s parable (12:1-4)

A. The rich man, who took from others even when he had enough to provide for himself
B. The poor man, who had no recourse against the rich man’s treachery
C. The ewe lamb, treasured by the poor man, taken by the rich man

II. David’s reaction (12:5-6)

A. Anger against the rich man
B. Appeal to the Law of Moses (cf. Exodus 22:1)

III. Nathan’s rebuke (12:7-12)

A. “You are the man!”
B. Despite the Lord’s blessings, David wanted more
C. The king looked at Bathsheba, lingered at the window, and lusted after her (cf. James 1:14-15; 2 Timothy 2:22)
D. There are consequences to our actions

IV. David’s response (12:13)

A. Acknowledgement of sin (cf. 1 John 1:8-10)
B. Repentance (cf. Psalm 51)

V. Lessons for us

A. No matter how good you think you are (David was a man after God’s own heart – cf. Acts 13:22), you are not immune to temptation and sin
B. No matter how bad you think you are (David was an adulterer and murderer – cf. Deuteronomy 22:22; Exodus 21:12), God’s grace can overcome your past
C. Repentance and restitution (if possible) are necessary