Psalm 15 as a test of one's own life & holiness....countered by 1 John 1:8-9
Psalm 16 -
The marks of a believing person (v1-4): They take refuge in God, they have God alone as their possession, they will not pursue or follow other gods.
The privileges of a believing person (v5-8): Their portion and cup has been secured by God, their lot is secure and their boundary lines have fallen in pleasant places, The Lord counsels them, they will not be shaken.
The prospects of a believing person (v9-11): They will not be abandoned to the grave, they will not see decay, the path of life is made known to them & they are filled with joy in God's presence and His eternal pleasures at His right hand.
Psalm 17:1-7 David's plea is based on God being the sole judge, seeing what is right, and a great loving God who saves those who take their refuge in Him.
David is earnest in pleading to God. He is honest and seeks God's approval only. He desires to be the apple of God's eye
In contrast, his enemies are violent. They surround David, they speak with arrogance and are vicious. Their reward is only in this life. \
Psalm 18
v1-3 God was a rock, fortress, deliverer, shield and horn of salvation - in today's lingo, we'd say He was impregnable, a bunker, a protection and a means of rescue.
Today, I am reminded through Hab 3:17-18 and Heb 13:5-6 that God is all I need - He is my joy, my treasure and my delight. Whatever else may happen, I have Him and He is ALL I need.
David realises God is powerful to help and that He delights to help those who show themselves faithful to Him. He will help because He is absolutely flawless and His character oozes goodness (unlike mine).
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