A Commitment to Faithfulness

Introduction

In 1 Sam. 13:14, David is mentioned as a man after God’s own heart. We see readily the good works of David & how he was blessed. We are told of David’s never ending commitment to God, his dedication to obeying His will & His desire for others to do as God wanted them to do. Today we want to examine the commitment that was behind everything he did. Psalm 101 is not a shallow decision, but a whole-hearted statement of devotion to God.

I. Psa. 101:2 - I will give heed to THE ________________________ way.

A. Literally – he is saying he will “Behave” prudently” in (the) “way of integrity.”

1. David sought God. He _________________ upon His precepts. He ________________ wisely. His aim was set on doing that which was good.

2. 1 Sam. 18:5, 14-15 – God was with him & he prospered in whatever he did.

B. Are we committed to do as much as possible for the Lord?

C. We should seek God _______________ - Mt. 6:33; seek & you will find - Mt. 7:7-8

II. Psa. 101:2b - I will walk within my House in the________________ of my heart.

A. This was going to be a ___________ of __________ with David.

1. His aim was to be a good example in _______ points of his life _____ of the time!

B. We must guard against nurturing an “image.”

1. Luke 6:43-45 - we are known by our ______________________.

2. Heb. 4:11-13 - _________________ knows your heart!

III. Psa. 101:3a - I will set no __________________ thing before my eyes.

A. Where David had a choice – he would _______________ to go God’s way.

B. We too must make this commitment w/the resolve to follow through!

1. _________ is always ready – and WILL attack at our weakest link. 1 Pet. 5:8

2. 2 Sam. 11:1-5 – what happened when David invited temptation?

C. We must develop the strength/fortitude to turn away! Phil. 4:8

1. Go to God in _____________ at moment of temptation – 1 Cor. 10:13

2. _____________________ scriptures that combat your weaknesses

3. Find someone to confide in & let them help and __________________ you.

IV. Psa. 101:3b - I Will Hate the Work of Those Who Fall Away.

A. He would hate all their doings, motives, plans.

B. Note end of 101:3 - it shall not fasten its grip on me.

1. He would have nothing to do w/wicked works. No compromise! No __________!

V. Psa. 101:4b – I will know no evil.

A. When it came to his administration…wickedness would not be tolerated.

1. In Israel there would be a clear line drawn between ________ and ________!

B. Then, as now – there is a ______________ line between what is right & wrong!

VI. Psa. 101:6 – My eyes shall be upon the ________________ of the land.

A. 101:6 - David recognized those who were doing good.

B. Need to be looking for ways to __________________ others for the good job they do.

Conclusion

A. What about you? Do you have this commitment to the Lord?



A Commitment to Faithfulness Introduction In 1 Sam. 13:14, David is mentioned as a man after God’s own heart. We see readily the good works of David & how he was blessed. We are told of David’s never ending commitment to God, his dedication to obeying His will & His desire for others to do as God wanted them to do. Today we want to examine the commitment that was behind everything he did. Psalm 101 is not a shallow decision, but a whole-hearted statement of devotion to God. I. Psa. 101:2 - I will give heed to THE ________________________ way. A. Literally – he is saying he will “Behave” prudently” in (the) “way of integrity.” 1. David sought God. He _________________ upon His precepts. He ________________ wisely. His aim was set on doing that which was good. 2. 1 Sam. 18:5, 14-15 – God was with him & he prospered in whatever he did. B. Are we committed to do as much as possible for the Lord? C. We should seek God _______________ - Mt. 6:33; seek & you will find - Mt. 7:7-8 II. Psa. 101:2b - I will walk within my House in the________________ of my heart. A. This was going to be a ___________ of __________ with David. 1. His aim was to be a good example in _______ points of his life _____ of the time! B. We must guard against nurturing an “image.” 1. Luke 6:43-45 - we are known by our ______________________. 2. Heb. 4:11-13 - _________________ knows your heart! III. Psa. 101:3a - I will set no __________________ thing before my eyes. A. Where David had a choice – he would _______________ to go God’s way. B. We too must make this commitment w/the resolve to follow through! 1. _________ is always ready – and WILL attack at our weakest link. 1 Pet. 5:8 2. 2 Sam. 11:1-5 – what happened when David invited temptation? C. We must develop the strength/fortitude to turn away! Phil. 4:8 1. Go to God in _____________ at moment of temptation – 1 Cor. 10:13 2. _____________________ scriptures that combat your weaknesses 3. Find someone to confide in & let them help and __________________ you. IV. Psa. 101:3b - I Will Hate the Work of Those Who Fall Away. A. He would hate all their doings, motives, plans. B. Note end of 101:3 - it shall not fasten its grip on me. 1. He would have nothing to do w/wicked works. No compromise! No __________! V. Psa. 101:4b – I will know no evil. A. When it came to his administration…wickedness would not be tolerated. 1. In Israel there would be a clear line drawn between ________ and ________! B. Then, as now – there is a ______________ line between what is right & wrong! VI. Psa. 101:6 – My eyes shall be upon the ________________ of the land. A. 101:6 - David recognized those who were doing good. B. Need to be looking for ways to __________________ others for the good job they do. Conclusion A. What about you? Do you have this commitment to the Lord?