We know that David committed adultery and that he made a man drunk and had him murdered. But David is still a great man. God forgive him and used him in a wonderful way.

David was a man of humility (vv.70,71). David began as a servant, and God made him a ruler. That’s always God’s pattern. There are those who make themselves leaders, but God’s blessing is not upon them. David had God’s blessing because he was faithful in his job (Matt.25:21). If you want to be a leader, learn how to be a follower. If you want to be a ruler, learn how to be a servant, faithfully doing what God has called you to do.

David was a man of integrity (v.72). Integrity means having one heart, various a double-minded man is unstable in all his ways (James 1:8). David sole purpose was to serve the Lord. David was a man of ability (v.72). Integrity takes your heart and your hands together. Your heart serves the Lord, and your hands are busy for Him. We need people like that today. No amount of dedication can compensate for a lack of skill, but no amount of skill can compensate for the lack of dedication. We need both.

David exhibited the traits of a true ruler—humility, integrity and ability. They also are required of you for faithful service. Where has God placed you for service? Are you a faithful leader or follower? He towards His faithful servants. Dedicate yourself to the Lord today and serve Him faithfully.