WE ARE BLESSED

Proclamation:

"Blessed is the one whose transgressions are forgiven, whose sins are covered.  Blessed is the one whose sin The Lord does not count against them, and in whose spirit there is no deceit." Psalms 32:1-2

Explanation:

This psalm was written by King David under the influence of The Holy Spirit of God.  David knew that he was a sinner and he frequently prayed and asked God to forgive him of his sins.  He knew that he was blessed because God had forgiven him for all of his sins and transgressions.

Applications:

We often think of blessings as something tangible, like wealth or possessions.  Some of the best blessings we can receive are good health, a long life, and happiness, along with the protection from dangers seen and unseen.  However, it is my opinion that the greatest blessing of all is the forgiveness of our sins.  We are blessed!  All of our "... transgressions ... sins ... iniquities ...", and our rebellion against the will of God, our failure to live up to His Word and keep His commandments, and the perversions of our fleshly desires, were all forgiven by the death of Jesus on the cross.  If we confess our sins and iniquities and ask to be forgiven, then they are not charged to our account. (1 John 1:9)  We are covered by the blood of Jesus.  All of our sins, shortcomings, and our deceitful tendencies and thoughts are forgiven.  That is truly a blessing.