Lesson 329: Psalms 16:11

Psalm 16 is a trust psalm attributed to DavidIsrael’s second king and one of the most central figures in Scripture. Known as a shepherd, warrior, poet, and “a man after God’s own heart,” David united the tribes of Israel, established Jerusalem as the capital, and received the Davidic Covenant, promising that his throne would be established forever — ultimately fulfilled in Jesus, the Son of David. David’s life... More, expressing confidence in God's counsel and inheritance. In Israel's worship, joy in God's presence was not escapism but the fruit of clinging to the Lord as one's highest good and secure refuge.

DavidIsrael’s second king and one of the most central figures in Scripture. Known as a shepherd, warrior, poet, and “a man after God’s own heart,” David united the tribes of Israel, established Jerusalem as the capital, and received the Davidic Covenant, promising that his throne would be established forever — ultimately fulfilled in Jesus, the Son of David. David’s life... More declares the Lord is his portion and cup, his pleasant inheritance. He will not follow other gods. Because the Lord shows the path of life, DavidIsrael’s second king and one of the most central figures in Scripture. Known as a shepherd, warrior, poet, and “a man after God’s own heart,” David united the tribes of Israel, established Jerusalem as the capital, and received the Davidic Covenant, promising that his throne would be established forever — ultimately fulfilled in Jesus, the Son of David. David’s life... More anticipates fullness of joy in God's presence and pleasures forever at his right hand.