Our scripture today is 1 Chronicles 28:10 (NIV).
Consider now, for the Lord has chosen you to build a house as the sanctuary. Be strong and do the work.
David has instruction to pass to his son Solomon, whom God has selected as the next king and the one to build the temple. David doesn’t talk about royal privilege or power. He speaks of duty and responsibility, to God and His people. This is what separated David and Solomon from so many of their successors: they may not have always acted perfectly, but they were repentant when they sinned and asked forgiveness. David says Solomon has been chosen by God. He has chosen us all as His children and calls us by name to follow Him.
Loving Lord, we are sorry for the times our selfish choices harm our relationship with You and others. Forgive us, and bless us to be aware of our call to share Your love. Amen.
