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The example of David is a good one. The consequences of his sin reverberated way beyond his own family. Having said that, I think you also must consider the nature of God who IS LOVE. (1 John 4) Who gave himself for all mankind, and wishes that all men be saved. (1 Timothy 2:1-6)

Age of accountability is a good way to consider things, although I believe the range to be a bit wider. I have known some young children who KNEW Jesus, and exhibited more faith and spiritual fruit than some adults. I also know that this age is different for every child. That is why its critical for parents to get their child in the Word early. I am so thankful for my parents who were sharing the Gospel, praying for and with me, taking me to Church and Sunday School, and had me reading the Bible long before I started school. That foundation proved most helpful while attending secular schools and living with the many temptations of youth.

Those who have NO choice, aborted babies for instance, or who are incapable of hearing the Word and believing, will be judged accordingly. Sometimes we must have faith in the Wisdom and Mercy of our Creator. I think we will be pleasantly surprised by how many will be with us in Eternity. Although we should not let that fact cause us to stop sharing the Gospel, preaching God’s Word, or continue in whatever activity God has given us in the Body of Christ.

Satan is a created being. It is his rebellion and temptation of Eve that led to the fall of man. It is he who comes to destroy babies in the womb. He is the one who kills children who have not heard or understood the Gospel. He is the thief behind mental illness and disabilities that might prevent knowledge of the Truth. He is the one that steals the Word from those who do not understand. God has judged the enemy, and will apply perfect justice in the end.

Isaiah 30:18 (AMP)
18 And therefore the Lord [earnestly] waits [expecting, looking, and longing] to be gracious to you; and therefore He lifts Himself up, that He may have mercy on you and show loving-kindness to you. For the Lord is a God of justice. Blessed (happy, fortunate, to be envied) are all those who [earnestly] wait for Him, who expect and look and long for Him [for His victory, His favor, His love, His peace, His joy, and His matchless, unbroken companionship]!