According to Webster, confidence is a feeling or belief that someone is good, possessing the ability to succeed. Although this may be confused with cockiness, success is a state of mind, ushering individuals toward pleasant places. Apparently hidden within the words of Psalm 16 are clues to the meaning of life, left behind by a man who possessed a heart of gold. However, its worth pursuing, what did David know that other kings of Israel never grasped?
Some how David understood the teachings of Jesus without ever meeting him. If you don’t believe me, take for instance the words of Psalm 16:2 and John 15:4. While Jesus is using a parable about a vine, gardener and branches, David came to this conclusion on his own. Meanwhile, the concept of Psalm 16:11 and John 10:10 are nearly identical minus the portion about the thief called the devil. Sure, David was a shepherd prior to becoming king and Jesus was a shepherd for lost people, Luke 19:10, but who communicated these spiritual truths to David.
Despite his complaining, disappointment and frustration from seeing the wicked prosper, God used prophets, the words of the Old Testament and a still small voice, known today as the Holy Spirit to bring David to a place of spiritual maturity. The king recognized failures often occurred when he relied on his strength and wisdom. Furthermore, David had reached an age where he began to see answered prayers, blessings and miracles from time spent on his knees. Thus, the path of life, his purpose for being born and taste of the abundant life filled this king with a blessed assurance. May you come to a place like David where God is real and his promises are fulfilled!
by Jay Mankus
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