I was recently stirred by King David’s instructions to his son Solomon in preparation for crowning Solomon as king in his place. I began to consider how these instructions apply to me and to all believers, as we’re all called to steward well the work of building God’s kingdom here on earth. These words are also valuable instructions for believing parents to give to their children.
Let’s hear these words as God’s charge to us, regarding whatever employment He’s given to each of us in His Kingdom:
“Be careful to obey all the commands of the Lord your God, so that you may continue to possess this good land and leave it to your children as a permanent inheritance.
“And learn to know the God of your ancestors intimately. Worship and serve Him with your whole heart and a willing mind. For the Lord sees every heart and knows every plan and thought. If you seek Him, you will find Him. But if you forsake Him, He will reject you forever. So take this seriously. The Lord has chosen you to build a Temple as His sanctuary. Be strong, and do the work.” (I Chron. 28:8-10)
With the strength and help of the Lord, let us be careful to love and obey Him.
- Let us press on to know Him intimately.
- Let us worship and serve Him with whole hearts and willing minds.
- Let us seek the Lord, knowing that He will be found by us.
- Let us take very seriously whatever work He’s given us to do.
And let us be strong and do that work for the glory of HIS beautiful name.