Psalm 51 - 57

David pleads for God's forgiveness and the restoration of favor after committing sin.  Though others were involved, his main concern is the affront to God's holy character.  When others make their boast in their evil deeds, David looks at the goodness of God and wonders how anyone could doubt God's great and merciful goodness.  It is foolish indeed to deny God's presence and existence, for it is He Who delivers those in troublesome times.  Those who pray to Him find comfort, a listening ear and a powerful arm of provision.  Even when friends turn against David, he runs to the solace found in his God.  He does ask for relief from his situation and begs for safety from his foes, but his confidence in God is unshaken.