“Now set your heart and your soul to seek the Lord your God; arise, therefore, and build the sanctuary of the Lord God..” (v.19)
Here in chapter 22 David had given Solomon everything he would need to build the temple; the location, materials, workmen, and even charging the Israelite leaders with the responsibility of aiding Solomon after he (David) died (v.19). All Solomon needed to provide was the action of building.
However, before turning this monumental task over to his son, David encourages Solomon to “seek the Lord” with his heart and soul for wisdom and guidance. What great spiritual and fatherly advice we see here from king David. This advise is also relevant to us, espically the order. Seeking should always come before serving.
Before charging ahead into any direction in our lives we should slow down, spend some time at the feet of Jesus, wait on His direction, and we will be blessed.
The Truth
“If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.” (James 1:5)
