Chapter 333 of 1163

1 Chronicles 12

Saul drafted men into his army (1 Sam. 14:52) while David attracted them because of his character and leadership. In fact, some of his best men came from Saul’s tribe! Saul seemed to bring out the worst in people while David brought out the best.

If Jesus Christ were recruiting an army on earth today, how many of us would qualify? He seeks skilled people (v. 2), trained people (v. 8), people not afraid to get their feet wet (v. 15). He wants soldiers with loyal hearts (vv. 16–18) who know how to keep rank and face the enemy together (vv. 33, 38). He needs people who understand the times (v. 32).

Are you a volunteer? Are you willing for the Lord to make you qualified? The only winning army is the Lord’s army. “The real great man is the man who makes every man feel great,” according to Gilbert K. Chesterton.

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