Sermons on Psalms 51:14:

A Man After God's Own Heart

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Mar 12, 2018

How could David be the man after God's own heart?

The Prayer of a Man After God’s Own Heart Psalm 51:1-19 The first thing that we come across when we turn to Psalm 51 is that it is a Psalm of David. In 1 Samuel 13:14, God tells the prophet Samuel that after rejecting Saul as king, that He was going to replace Saul with a man after His own heart. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-19, Psalm 51:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Psalm 51 Title: "Prayer For Pardon And Purity” Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jan 3, 2021

Psalm 51 was composed after David was confronted about his adultery with Bathsheba (2 Samuel 12:1-25). The psalmist is ill (v. 8), perhaps near death (v. 14), and longs to be healed. Yet far weightier than that physical longing is his passionate desire for forgiveness.

August 14, 2015 Tom Lowe PSALM 51 Title: “Prayer for Pardon and Purity” (A Psalm of David, when Nathan the prophet came unto him, after he had gone in to Bathsheba.) Theme: David’s great penitential psalm. Psalm 51 (KJV) 1 Have mercy upon me, O God, according to thy lovingkindness: according ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Stain Of Sin

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Feb 22, 2022

Sin is like a stubborn stain. It is difficult to remove. Money and earthly sacrifices cannot remove sin. The stain of sin can only be washed off with the blood of Jesus.

TEXT: PSALMS 51:1, 14-17 (NLT). "Have mercy on me, O God, because of your unfailing love. Because of your great compassion, blot out the stain of my sins... Forgive me for shedding blood, O God who saves; then I will joyfully sing of your forgiveness. Unseal my lips, O Lord, that my mouth may ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-17, 2 Samuel 2:1-7, John 8:3-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why Ash Wednesday

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 16, 2021

Does lent serve any purpose for a Protestant?

Prelude Does lent serve any purpose for a Protestant? Purpose Let’s look at several reasons for a Christian to fast and pray. Plan We’ll look at the topic of fasting in Joel 2, Psalm 51, 2 Corinthians 5-6 and Matthew 6. Joel 2:1-2, 12-17 Joel 2:1 Blow the trumpet in Zion, And sound an alarm ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:1-2, Psalm 51:1-17, Matthew 6:1-6, Joel 2:12-17, Matthew 6:16-21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

King David

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Mar 2, 2020

Davis is a mess and only God can fix his tremendous guilt.

King David is broken psalm 51:1-17 1. David -- , the greatest king in Israel's history, consider the splendor and popularity of Israel’s greatest King, He is known as the champion because he defeated Goliath, David the conqueror, David the Singer, David the shepherd boy, David the one with ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-17

Denomination: Methodist

When We Need Rebuking

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 23, 2024

God can successfully get our attention and turn us around, if we are open to His guidance.

Saturday of the Third Week in Course 2023 Today we have heard the tale of two rebukes, rebukes of power and harm against human beings. All this week the liturgy has shared with us the story of David as King of Israel. Earlier this month he and his trusted followers were running from Saul, but ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:12-17, Mark 4:35-41, 2 Samuel 12:1-17

Denomination: Catholic

The Cost Of Consequences

Contributed by David Zachrich on Feb 2, 2025

Actions have consequences. Yes, consequences. Painful consequences. King David helps us understand our actions and their cost.

Then I will teach transgressors your ways, so that sinners will turn back to you. Deliver me from the guilt of bloodshed, O God, you who are God my Savior, and my tongue will sing of your righteousness. Open my lips, Lord, and my mouth will declare your praise. 16 You do not delight in ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:13-17, Ephesians 2:8-10

Denomination: Lutheran

The Storm Of Temptation Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Jan 6, 2025

When King David commits adulatory with Bathsheba he ends up in the storm which comes with falling into temptation. Psalm 51 shows how David moved beyond that storm.

You can listen to this sermon at https://npbc.org.au/podcasts/media Psalm 51 “The Storm of Temptation” This morning we are going to talk about the storm of temptation. Specifically, how we can storm-proof our lives when we have fallen into temptation. How do we move on from the upheaval that ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Davids Prayer Series

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Sep 2, 2023

Today we are going to look at a very well known prayer, the prayer King David after his relationship with Bathsheba.

“David’s Prayer” Psalm 51:1-17 Prayer has been our subject for many weeks/months and yet I find no end to this fascinating study. We have looked at 29 of the 650 and today we are going to look at a very well known prayer, the prayer King David after his relationship with Bathsheba. 2 Samuel ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Getting Your Joy Back - Psalm 51:8-19 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jun 19, 2025

How do you get joy back after a major failure?

Psalm 51:1 Have mercy on me, O God, according to your unfailing love; according to your great compassion blot out my transgressions. 2 Wash away all my iniquity and cleanse me from my sin. 3 For I know my transgressions, and my sin is always before me. 4 Against you, you only, have I sinned and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:8-19

Part 27: Getting Back To The Joy Of Jesus Sermon 3: The Godly Fruit Of A Joyful Christian. Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jul 24, 2025

The Joy of Jesus Christ. 1. Helps more people be converted (vs. 11-15). 2. Comes to everyone with contrite hearts (vs. 16-17). (To everyone with hearts broken by their sins.) 3. Comes from glimpses into our glorious future (vs. 18-19).

Great Prayers of the Old Testament Part 27: Getting Back to the Joy of Jesus Christ Sermon 3: The Godly Fruit of a Joyful Christian Psalm 51:11-19 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared July 24, 2025) BACKGROUND: *This is the last sermon in a series covering three great themes in Psalm 51. Here King ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:11-19

Denomination: Baptist

Joy Of Salvation

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 8, 2025

Revival is not about guilt trips, programs, or emotional hype — it is about seeing God afresh and rediscovering the joy of salvation. True revival happens when we move from obsessing over our failures to fixing our eyes on the God who forgives, restores, and renews.

“Restore unto me the joy of Thy salvation, and uphold me with Thy free spirit.” Psalm 51:12 Introduction – Passion Misplaced The kingdom of God is not going to advance simply because our churches are full of people. No — the kingdom of God is going to advance when the people who are in our ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:10-15, Ecclesiastes 3:11, Isaiah 1:18, Matthew 4:7, Romans 12:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Yom Kippur - Our Judeo-Christian Heritage Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Oct 1, 2025

Yom Kippur is GOD’s appointed holy day for atonement, repentance, and spiritual renewal, where we acknowledge our sins, receive forgiveness, and experience reconciliation with HIM to walk renewed in HIS Mercy. And it points to YESHUA/JESUS as the ultimate sacrifice, fulfilling the Temple sacraments.

2025.10.01. Study Notes. YOM KIPPUR - My Judeo-Christian Heritage. William Akehurst, HSWC Scriptures: Leviticus 16:29-31, Hebrews 9:14, Psalm 51:10, 1 John 1:5-10, Psalms 139:23-24, Psalms 51:1-4, Psalms 51:7-15, Zechariah 12:10, Romans 11:26-27, Revelation 20:11-15, Revelation 21:1-7 BIG IDEA: ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 16:29-31, Hebrews 9:14, Psalm 51:10, 1 John 1:5-10, Psalm 139:23-24, Psalm 51:1-4, Psalm 51:7-15, Zechariah 12:10, Romans 11:26-27, Revelation 20:11-15, Revelation 21:1-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Book Of Lamentations – Part 47 – Restoration Of The Displaced People – Had God Forgotten Them Forever? Lamentations 5:20-22 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Oct 16, 2025

Jeremiah takes up the plight of these people he was among. He asks if God had forgotten them. Then we look at the prayer for restoration and what it means. That is followed by a look at David’s restoration from Psalm 51.

THE BOOK OF LAMENTATIONS – PART 47 – RESTORATION OF THE DISPLACED PEOPLE – HAD GOD FORGOTTEN THEM FOREVER? Lamentations 5:20-22 This is the second last message in Lamentations. I believe these last three verses to be Jeremiah speaking to God in regard to the people. The prophet was wondering ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 5:17, Lamentations 5:20, Jeremiah 25:8-11, Hebrews 13:5, 1 Corinthians 11:24-25, 1 Corinthians 1:9, Lamentations 5:21-22, Isaiah 59:12-15, Psalm 51:3, Psalm 51:4, Psalm 51:5-7, Psalm 51:9, Psalm 51:10-12, Psalm 51:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lent, The Beginning Of A Fresh Start

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Feb 9, 2026

Lent, a season of spiritual renewal, fasting, and prayer that offers a "fresh start" to break from unhealthy habits and deepen one's faith. It acts as a purposeful, reflective journey to reorder priorities and prepare for Easter.

Sermon – Lent, the beginning of a Fresh Start. Scripture Lesson - Psalm 51:1-19, “Have mercy on me, O God, because of your unfailing love. Because of your great compassion, blot out the stain of my sins. Wash me clean from my guilt. Purify me from my sin. For I recognize my rebellion; it haunts me ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-19

Denomination: Methodist