For many years, David had very little power. He was put out in the fields to keep a small flock of sheep for his family. When Samuel came to anoint Israel’s future king from among the sons of Jesse, David was not even considered a possibility. They had to be instructed to bring him in from the field. There were times when David exercised a certain amount of power and authority under Saul, but he soon became a fugitive, and then his official power was taken away. Years later, Saul is dead and David has becomes the King of Israel in his place. In our text, David will subdue his enemies and bring about peace. He now has the power to do whatever he desires. This is the time when we shall see David at his best, and unfortunately, at his worst as well. He uses the power God has given to accomplish God’s will.
This chapter reminds us of the two dimensions of God and His King — sovereignty and grace – a perfect blend. God’s grace is sovereign grace, grace that is not earned or deserved.
Pastor Rowena