Previously on Day 10, we learnt that the spirits of just men made perfect constitutes those who were righteous (i.e., the redeemed), and of all ages who have passed into a post-earth state already. They are designated as “spirits” because their bodies are sleeping in earth’s bosom, awaiting the day of resurrection (Daniel 12:2; John 5:28-29; Acts 24:15).
In Hebrews 11:4-32, the spirits of just men made perfect also known as heroes of faith were listed, and the exploits they accomplished for the Lord here on earth. In this and following lessons, we will study these men so as to understand our part of obedience to play in order to manifest God's perfection.
The spirits of just men made perfect - DAVID
King David in Psalms 138:8 says, "The LORD will perfect that which concerneth me: thy mercy, O LORD, endureth for ever: forsake not the works of thine own hands." This verse reveals that, David had a great knowledge of who God is and what He can do. This knowledge he had of God was what birthed his lifestyle of praises to God. In the same chapter of Psalm, David begins with praises and worship to God (Psalm 138:1,2); and also gave reasons why he praises and worships the LORD (Psalm 138:3,6,7).
What are the reasons why for David's praise and worship lifestyle?
David's praise and worship lifestyle came from the revelation of who God is, what He can and will do. This is faith! So, David operated in God's faith even though he was in the Old Testament. Here are the revelations;
On the grounds of these knowledge he praised and worshiped God, and knew that same God who could do all of these for him can perfect all that concerns him. Hence, what did David imply when he said God will perfect all that concerns him? The wordPerfect is the Hebrew term גּמר: gâmar which is defined as to end, come to an end, complete, cease, be no more, and to bring to an end. Thus, simply put to perfect means to bring to an end or to complete.
So, David in faith was saying that the Lord will;
This means that there will be no incomplete project in my life and destiny. God who could do other things for me is more that able to end and complete everything he began in my life regardless of the present situations surrounding me and God's work in me. I am and all that concerns me is God's project which he must complete because He never abandons His projects. On the grounds of this understanding I praise and worship God.
As believers, we should possess these same understanding in our relationship with God.
Grace to you.
Jesus is Lord.
Ps:Listen to this teaching, God has something in it for you
