1 Chronicles 29
Once again, it is astonishing how diligently David had prepared for the building of the new temple. I am also struck by the similarity in David's prayer in verse 11 to the latter part of the Lord's Prayer in the new testament. This is the first time I've noticed that.
Also, you can't help from thinking about the incredible unity of the people of Israel at this time. It's really something how freely they gave of their resource to the temple project (even after David had already furnished so much already). Also, how many time do we read in history how the predecessor of a great ruler is murdered out of jealousy or evil ambition. No such feeling to be found here. This well have been the most perfect government system on earth (as close to perfection man can get) -- all ready for Solomon to inherit. As we know, it all goes down hill after Solomon.
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Friday, August 27, 2010
Thursday, August 26, 2010
David's Big Plans
1 Chronicles 28
What strikes me right away as I read this is how much time and energy David obviously put into planning this house of God. This was not just some good idea he had. He had completed all of the design work, acquired all of the material, set aside the skilled work force. He was as they like to say nowadays "dirt ready" to put this thing in motion. It must have been very disappointing to him that he would not get to see it completed. Yet, like Moses who missed out on the crossing into the promise land because of God's judgement, David had to accept the reality that after all of his planning and hard work, he wouldn't be the one to complete the job. This is a great insight into the character of David. By all accounts he readily accepted God's decision and he seems to delight in the fact that his son Solomon would complete the massive project in his stead. Building a house for God was his primary motivation and it was noble.
The other thought I had was it is interesting how very public was the nature of this proclaimation David made to the people of Israel regarding the building of this house of God. Just look at the people present! Everyone was there! Anyone who had any job to do whatsoever in the new kingdom appeared to be present. Also the preparations made by David are extensive. He litterally thought of everything. This is a very good example of the proper way to "pass the torch" -- something so many great men fail to do properly and as a result the predecessors pale in comparison to them.
What strikes me right away as I read this is how much time and energy David obviously put into planning this house of God. This was not just some good idea he had. He had completed all of the design work, acquired all of the material, set aside the skilled work force. He was as they like to say nowadays "dirt ready" to put this thing in motion. It must have been very disappointing to him that he would not get to see it completed. Yet, like Moses who missed out on the crossing into the promise land because of God's judgement, David had to accept the reality that after all of his planning and hard work, he wouldn't be the one to complete the job. This is a great insight into the character of David. By all accounts he readily accepted God's decision and he seems to delight in the fact that his son Solomon would complete the massive project in his stead. Building a house for God was his primary motivation and it was noble.
The other thought I had was it is interesting how very public was the nature of this proclaimation David made to the people of Israel regarding the building of this house of God. Just look at the people present! Everyone was there! Anyone who had any job to do whatsoever in the new kingdom appeared to be present. Also the preparations made by David are extensive. He litterally thought of everything. This is a very good example of the proper way to "pass the torch" -- something so many great men fail to do properly and as a result the predecessors pale in comparison to them.
Wednesday, August 25, 2010
King David's Administration
1 Chronicles 27
This is a daunting record of King David's administration of the newly established kingdom of Isreal. I say "daunting" because it is jam packed with names and places which are extremely difficult to pronounce (and I always try to as I read it). This record is another very significant list of names, places, titles, and some geaneology information which I suppose would be critical for historical fact finding. I continue to grow in my belief that nothing is wasted in the text of the scripture. This data has a lot more meaning beyond the simple reading of the text.
This is a daunting record of King David's administration of the newly established kingdom of Isreal. I say "daunting" because it is jam packed with names and places which are extremely difficult to pronounce (and I always try to as I read it). This record is another very significant list of names, places, titles, and some geaneology information which I suppose would be critical for historical fact finding. I continue to grow in my belief that nothing is wasted in the text of the scripture. This data has a lot more meaning beyond the simple reading of the text.
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