God-focused

What was it about David that made him God’s choice for king of Israel?  I think it comes down to this; when you spend a lot of time watching sheep, you get time to talk to God a lot.  In David’s case, we know that he learned to rely on God to protect him and the sheep from the lion and the bear.  David’s experiences taught him that he had to depend on God. Perhaps, you are experiencing trying times in your own life. I’m convinced that God allows difficulties in our lives to teach us to rely on him. When selecting a king, God wanted a God-focused person, someone who would rely on him.

“The Lord said to Samuel, ‘How long will you mourn for Saul, since I have rejected him as king over Israel? Fill your horn with oil and be on your way; I am sending you to Jesse of Bethlehem. I have chosen one of his sons to be king.'”

1 Samuel 16:1

So, Samuel asked that the youngest son of Jesse be brought in. When he came, Samual saw that he was glowing with health and had a fine appearance and handsome features. Then, the Lord told Samuel, “Rise and anoint him; this is the one.” And, Samuel took the horn of oil and anointed David in the presence of his brothers. From that day on the Spirit of God came powerfully upon David.

Let’s pray and seek to develop in our life the qualities that made David the right choice for king: God-focused and faithfulness.

Also, see Godfidence.

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