How can we ensure decisions align with God's will, as seen in 1 Kings 1:27? Setting the Scene Adonijah has crowned himself king while David still lives. Nathan and Bathsheba rush to David, who had already sworn Solomon would succeed him. Their urgent question—“Has my lord the king failed to inform his servant who should sit on the throne…?” (1 Kings 1:27)—exposes the danger of decisions made without clear, God-directed guidance. Key Verse: 1 Kings 1:27 “Has my lord the king let this happen without informing me who should sit on the throne of my lord the king after him?” Why the Moment Matters • Israel’s future hinged on knowing God’s chosen successor. • David’s silence left room for human ambition to fill the vacuum. • Right decisions required prior revelation—and decisive obedience. Principles for Decisions Aligned with God’s Will 1. Seek God’s revealed word first • David already had divine instruction about Solomon (1 Chronicles 22:9-10). • Our parallel: search Scripture before weighing options (Psalm 119:105). 2. Communicate God’s directives clearly • David’s vow had not been made public enough, inviting confusion. • Share convictions, goals, and boundaries rooted in Scripture with those affected (Deuteronomy 6:6-9). 3. Act promptly on what God has said • Delay allowed Adonijah’s coup; decisive action (vv. 32-35) restored order. • Timely obedience prevents worldly alternatives from taking root (James 4:17). 4. Involve trustworthy, godly counselors • Nathan, Zadok, and Bathsheba partnered to realign events with God’s plan. • “Plans succeed through many counselors” (Proverbs 15:22). 5. Confirm decisions through prayerful dependence • While unrecorded here, David habitually “inquired of the LORD” (2 Samuel 5:19). • “Trust in the LORD…He will make your paths straight” (Proverbs 3:5-6). Practical Checklist for Today • Filter every decision through explicit Scripture. • Write down the biblical principles guiding the choice. • Share those principles with family or teammates. • Invite counsel from mature believers who handle the Word faithfully. • Move forward without procrastination once clarity comes. • Reevaluate regularly, ensuring ongoing alignment (Romans 12:2). Supporting Scriptures • Psalm 37:23 – “The steps of a man are ordered by the LORD.” • James 1:5 – “If any of you lacks wisdom…” • Colossians 3:17 – “Whatever you do…do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus.” |
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