Psalm 16David had chosen the right life, and sees now that it has gained him a beautiful inheritance. Instead of running after another God, he chose to join the saints in the land who were faithful to the LORD. That choice has lead to a good life today, and a destiny beyond the grave. David is confident not that he will avoid Sheol, but that he will not be abandoned to it. He sees a resurrection in his future. Both Peter (Acts 2:25-28) and Paul (Acts 13:35) used this text as a reference to Jesus, because he is the firstfruits of those raised from Sheol. Jesus was the first to experience this destiny beyond the grave. The destiny is ours as well. we will be raised with David at Christ’s return.
LORD, thank you for the joy of knowing you today, and the beautiful inheritance that awaits us at the second advent.
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