Brothers and sisters, David begins by emphasizing that all God's promises are fulfilled in Christ, affirming that in Him, they are "yes." He highlights the importance of trusting God's faithfulness and enduring in His will to possess these promises. Using biblical examples like Abraham, David, and the promises made to them—such as land, kingship, and eternal throne—David illustrates that possessing God's promises requires a heart committed to doing His will. He stresses that faith alone isn't enough; we must actively seek to obey and align ourselves with God's heart, which is demonstrated through obedience, waiting patiently, and dependence on the Holy Spirit. David shares that waiting on the Lord renews strength and keeps us young spiritually, enabling us to see the world through God's eyes and live with childlike dependence. Obedience, rather than sacrifice, is the key to fulfilling God's will, as exemplified by Saul's disobedience and David's heart after God's. The Holy Spirit plays a vital role in guiding and empowering us to do God's will, and living in unity as the church—made of living stones—is essential for possessing God's promises. Ultimately, David encourages us to seek a deep relationship with God, to trust His faithfulness, and to live obediently under His Spirit, so that together, as His church, we can claim all that He has promised.
20 For all the promises of God in him are yea, and in him Amen, unto the glory of God by us.
36 For ye have need of patience, that, after ye have done the will of God, ye might receive the promise.
23 Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering; (for he is faithful that promised;)
22 And when he had removed him, he raised up unto them David to be their king; to whom also he gave testimony, and said, I have found David the son of Jesse, a man after mine own heart, which shall fulfil all my will.
30 Even the youths shall faint and be weary, and the young men shall utterly fall: