appearance, acting as if nothing was wrong or nothing has happened. Perhaps he feels he got away with his sin. David is like a hamster in a plastic ball. He is free but not free. His conscience has been dulled by his disobedience and suppression. Were God’s words still sweet to his taste? Did he still have a rejoicing heart? I don’t think so. David has wasted a year of his life in running from God. God help us to not make the same mistake. He has penned no psalms. His harp is out of tune. His soul