The reason why Psalm 51 is historically famous and frequently taught is because it is ALWAYS relevant. Who among us would dare to proclaim that they never sin? None of us live perfectly as Jesus-followers. We cannot truthfully say that every thought, word, and deed that flows from our lives meets the holy standard of sinless perfection. Though we have been made new in Christ, our flesh still rages against the Spirit of God, and there are times when we cooperate with those impulses that were common in our lives before we came to Jesus. Psalm 51 reveals what we need to do when we fail God and sin. David’s words must become ours as we move from sin into repentance, and from repentance into renewed fellowship with our merciful Savior. Psalm 51 lends hope to those who have sinned.