Psalms 38:13-16

David paid no attention to the threats of his enemies because he believed God would vindicate him in response to his prayers.

"How different is this sufferer from Job! This man is silently absorbed in his suffering, whereas Job was all too anxious to protest against his friends and to argue with God." [Note: VanGemeren, p. 310.]

David was remarkable for his ability to wait for God (Psalms 38:15). His years of suffering at Saul’s hands, his critics in the tribe of Benjamin, and his treatment by Absalom taught him to do this.