Thursday, April 25, 2013

Day 115: 1 Chronicles 13, 14 and 15


Let us bring the ark of our God back to us, for we did not inquire of it during the reign of Saul (1 Chronicles 13:3).

When King Saul wanted advice he went to the Prophet Samuel, but most of the time he trusted his instincts, leading according to his own strengths. For many years Saul’s reign over Israel seemed successful, even though he neglected the Ark of the Covenant (symbolic of the presence of God). After Samuel’s death, rather than go to the priests or visit the ark to encounter God, Saul chose to consult a witch. And in the end, the burdens and responsibilities of leading God’s people proved too heavy a burden for his broad shoulders.

David had a lot going for him. He was a cunning military leader, made great political decisions and, because of his charisma and wisdom, his people loved him. But David never forgot where his success – including his gifts and strengths – came from.

David wanted God close to him, so he built a new tent to house the Ark of the Covenant in his capital city. Even though it took a couple attempts to accomplish the task, he brought the ark into Jerusalem, installed it in its new home, and gave it the place of prominence that reflected God’s prominence in his own life.

Some people are content to just get by. Some want to accomplish great things possible only with God’s help and strength.

TODAY’S MEDITATION
What about you? What does God want to help you accomplish?

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