Psa 101:1 | MHM | STEP | David’s Pattern for Leadership and Home. In this psalm, David sets a standard for how a good leader and a good head of a family should live. He shows that if rulers and those in charge of homes are careful to do their duty, it will help bring positive change to everyone. David’s words are both a prayer and a promise about how he wants to live with justice and mercy, both as a king and in his own house. v. 1 : David begins, I will sing of mercy and judgment . He promises to praise God for both His kindness and His justice. David remembers times when God helped him and also times of trouble, and he will thank God for both. Whether life brings joy or sorrow, we should always give praise to God, knowing that His ways are wise and good.

‏ Psalms 101:1

David’s Pattern for Leadership and Home.

In this psalm, David sets a standard for how a good leader and a good head of a family should live. He shows that if rulers and those in charge of homes are careful to do their duty, it will help bring positive change to everyone. David’s words are both a prayer and a promise about how he wants to live with justice and mercy, both as a king and in his own house.

v. 1: David begins, I will sing of mercy and judgment . He promises to praise God for both His kindness and His justice. David remembers times when God helped him and also times of trouble, and he will thank God for both. Whether life brings joy or sorrow, we should always give praise to God, knowing that His ways are wise and good.