Scott Allen leads this lesson from Psalm 38:1-8, 18-22. David penned this psalm because he wanted everyone to be aware of the misery of sin and guilt. He felt the devastating sting of God's conviction. Why would God send such a crushing feeling to His children? Are we doomed to remain in condemnation when we disobey God? There is hope of restoration when believers confess their sins to God. We recognize God's positive, corrective purpose in turning us away from sin toward the abundant life he intends for us.