Chapter 343 of 1163

1 Chronicles 22

Preparation. So David made “abundant preparations before his death” (v. 5). He was making preparations not for dying but for building the temple. (The idea of preparation is found five times in this chapter.) For years, David had been preparing for this great project and gathering materials (vv. 3–4). He had risked his life in battle and claimed the spoils for the Lord. His reputation was that of a soldier, but his heart was that of a builder.

Promise. David claimed God’s promise and used it to encourage his son, a young man with little practical experience. The work we do is for God, and it must be our best.

Prosperity. You cannot escape the basic principle stated in Joshua 1:8 (vv. 11–13): if we obey God’s Word, He will prosper our work. David had collected over forty million tons of gold and silver, but all that wealth was of no value apart from the blessing of God.

Partners. We cannot do God’s work alone; we need helpers (vv. 2, 15, 17–19). Leaders, stonemasons, timber cutters—all were a part of the work, and each worker was important.

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