David sinned, the devastating physical and psychological effects of his illness as a result of sin are conveyed in detail. His wounds fester and are loathsome. He is bowed down and mourns all day long. His lower back is searing pain. He is feeble and utterly crushed. Anguish of heart groans do not cease. David confesses. “(These are) …because of my sinful folly.” Other English Bible translates “iwwelet” (transliteration of the original Hebrew) as “foolishness”, “folly”, and “stupidity” When I invite calamity into my life I cannot blame God, “Why me?” is denial and pride. Rather the proper response is, “I accept. I am the one who poisoned the garden so that the life within withers away.”
James wrote, “Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous man is powerful and effective.” (James 5:16) Apostle John wrote to all believers, “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness. If we claim we have not sinned, we make him out to be a liar and his word has no place in our lives.” (1 John 1:9-10) Apostle Paul wrote, “That is why many among you are weak and sick, and a number of you have fallen asleep. But if we judged ourselves, we would not come under judgment. When we are judged by the Lord, we are being disciplined so that we will not be condemned with the world.” (1 Corinthians 11:30-32)
