Today was all about preparation. This section of Scripture was all about how David prepared the Israelites to build the temple of the LORD. More specifically, he prepared things for Solomon his son, to take over when Solomon assumed kingship. Solomon was to build the temple because David had too much blood on his hands, the LORD said. The LORD was going to bless Solomon's reign with peace.
So, David brought in about 3450 metric tons of gold, 34500 metric tons of silver, and too much bronze to weigh, as well as prized Lebanese cedar to build the temple. He also took a census of the people so that he could designate priestly duties to the men of Levi, and set up officials to help Solomon in the administration of the worship of the LORD.
That got me thinking. What sort of legacy am I going to leave my children and their families? David did just about everything he could. First, he walked with God, prayed to God, sought the counsel of God, talked to God, got angry with God, and had a relationship with God. Secondly, he came to God and begged forgiveness when he knew he was in the wrong with the LORD. He made sure that he and his house was always in right standing with the LORD. Thirdly, he passed this on to his children, and they were blessed. He never ceased chasing God, and God loved him for it.
I hope and pray that I will be that kind of man, that kind of follower, that kind of husband, that kind of father. One who never grows faint of seeking and immersing myself in the immanent presence of God. Thank the LORD that Christ came, died in my place, rose again and offers me complete access to God through the grace of Christ.
Thank you, Lord.
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