Joe: Alright, so we got a Bible Expert here, and he's going to give us a summary of Psalms 51. Let's hear it.

Bible Expert: Sure. Psalms 51 is a prayer for mercy and forgiveness from King David. David is confessing his sins and asking for God's mercy and forgiveness. He acknowledges that he has been sinful and that only God can cleanse him from his sins.

Joe: Hold on a second, what did he do that was so bad he needs to ask for forgiveness?

Bible Expert: Well, David committed adultery with Bathsheba and then had her husband Uriah killed.

Joe: Wow, that's intense.

Jamie: I'm Googling it right now.

Joe: So, what does he pray for?

Bible Expert: He prays for cleansing, renewal, and joy. He knows that only God can forgive him and cleanse him of his sins. He also asks God to create in him a clean heart and to not cast him away from his presence.

Joe: Okay, so what's the outcome of this prayer?

Bible Expert: God forgives David and restores him to a right relationship with Him. David is able to experience joy again and is renewed in his spirit.