Contrition in its many forms (Psalm 32; Luke 15:1-3, 11b-32)

Contrition in its many forms (Psalm 32; Luke 15:1-3, 11b-32)

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The theologian Antoine Nouis proposes a biblical meditation for Sunday, March 30, 2025 (Luke 15, 1-3; 11-32).

Psalm 32 – Grace thru faith

Blessed is he whose transgressions are forgiven, whose sins are covered. Blessed is the man whose sin the LORD does not count against him and in whose spirit is no deceit. When I kept silent, my bones wasted away through my groaning all day long. For day and night your hand was heavy upon me; my strength was sapped as in the heat of summer. Then I acknowledged my sin to you and did not cover up my iniquity. I said, “I will confess my transgressi…