Reading
SAA Notes
God Himself transferred the royal power from Saul to David. This is one of the foundation stones of the subsequent messianic prophecies and longings. The coming Messiah will be of David’s line! The Chronicler majors on David’s faith – the positive aspects of his reign and life. Everyone knew the failures. The Lord was with David in a way unique! David’s kingdom depended on these mighty men. What is our need of people of such might in our congregation?
SJA Notes
* Father God in Heaven, may we be glad when it is said to us, “Let us go to the house of the LORD!”.
“Now these are the chiefs of David’s mighty men, who gave him strong support in his kingdom, together with all Israel, to make him king, according to the word of the LORD concerning Israel.”
Here is a list of battle-hardened warriors, fighting against impossible odds – Bravery and heroic deeds in abundance.
In church today – Do we have mighty folk of battle?
Perhaps there isn’t a need to be skilled with sword and bow.
Butt there is a battle.
Look at what these mighty men did for David,
“… Who gave him strong support in his kingdom,”
Do we give our King Jesus strong support in His kingdom?
He is the forever always King.
He builds His kingdom, always Him.
He does not need our support, there is no weakness in Him or strength that we can provide which is not already from Him.
But He is our king, and He calls for us to be living sacrifices, loving one another without thought of self – We are to bring our very lives in strong support of God’s kingdom.
Because He calls us to.
* Dear God,
Thank You that we are part of Your kingdom, and that we join together as branches of the vine, growing onwards in fruitfulness and blossoming.
We look forward to that great day approaching when we will be together with You in glory, the true and final fulfilment of Your promises to us.
Amen, Lord hasten that day.
Amen.