Day 107
Observation
Think of 1 Chronicles as a sort of "divine commentary" on the book of 2 Samuel, a second volume covering the action-packed life of King David. With the passing of Saul, the new shepherd-king assumes the throne and promptly establishes his new capital at Jerusalem, "city of peace," the place around which virtually the entire history of the nation will revolve. Along with his new capital, David selects a corps of mighty men who will support him during his reign. David next attempts to return the ark of God to its proper place—a task which proves more difficult than anticipated! But when at last the ark safely resides in Jerusalem, David leads the nation in a celebration of praise.
Application
No man is an island and very few are peninsulas! It is difficult and often dangerous to attempt to stand alone without the support of others who share your convictions and commitments.
Today's reading devotes 78 verses to the naming of David's "famous warrior": his friends, confidants, bodyguards, and counselors—in short, the backbone of his kingly court. Without them, David might never have risen to the greatness which he would later achieve. Even though his role as king was unique in the nation, God never intended David to function as a "solo performer" in the palace.
Perhaps you will never rise to the place of power and prominence of a King David. But everyone can be a support and encouragement in the life of another person. Think about those who exercise leadership over you, such as your minister. 1 Chronicles 11:10 says David's bravest warriors gave him strong support in his kingdom. Can that be said of us in our support of our pastor? What is one way you can do something for our pastor? For start, we can pray for our pastor.
Today's reading devotes 78 verses to the naming of David's "famous warrior": his friends, confidants, bodyguards, and counselors—in short, the backbone of his kingly court. Without them, David might never have risen to the greatness which he would later achieve. Even though his role as king was unique in the nation, God never intended David to function as a "solo performer" in the palace.
Perhaps you will never rise to the place of power and prominence of a King David. But everyone can be a support and encouragement in the life of another person. Think about those who exercise leadership over you, such as your minister. 1 Chronicles 11:10 says David's bravest warriors gave him strong support in his kingdom. Can that be said of us in our support of our pastor? What is one way you can do something for our pastor? For start, we can pray for our pastor.
Prayer
Lord, we know it takes dedicated teachers to produce consecrated pupils so we are asking for you to protect our pastor so that your Word can go out into the world through his teaching and leadership. Take charge of his leadership in such a way that daily he's making disciples of men. We ask this in Jesus mighty name and we will be so careful to give you the praise, the honor and the glory! In your son's Jesus name, amen!
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