South Hills Church Kennewick Wa

When life's pressures tempt us to set faith aside as "irrelevant," we must remember that trusting God is not only spiritual — it's profoundly practical. David's census reminds us that ignoring God's centrality leads to costly consequences, while repentance restores both perspective and peace.

When difficult times come and criticism flies, your attitude makes all the difference. A God-centered perspective allows you to respond with humility, restraint, and grace—whether you're on the bottom or the top.

When private compromise is ignored and unresolved, it leads to public consequences, broken relationships, and spiritual distance. God invites us to deal honestly with our issues, embrace real forgiveness, and return to Him through His gracious provision.

The Bible doesn’t gloss over evil—it tells the truth and reveals the consequences. Even when forgiveness is real, the ripple effects of sin can be tragic and lasting. This story shows the heartbreaking consequences of David’s sin, the danger of unchecked desires, and the call to respond to injustice with truth, compassion, and courage.

The question is not if we will sin. But how we respond when we sin. Finding restoration means confessing our sins and experiencing God's forgiveness and faithful love.