How can we apply David's example of obedience in our daily lives? The Verse under Study “At that time, when David saw that the LORD had answered him at the threshing floor of Ornan the Jebusite, he offered sacrifices there.” (1 Chronicles 21:28) Context: From Crisis to Worship • David’s unauthorized census brought judgment; repentance followed. • God directed him to build an altar on Ornan’s threshing floor. • David obeyed immediately, paid full price (v. 24), and worshiped. Principles Drawn from David’s Obedience • Immediate action—“at that time,” not eventually. • Costly surrender—refusing free gifts to ensure devotion cost him something. • Public acknowledgment of God’s authority—altar and sacrifices testified to His rule. • Continuous worship—obedience became an ongoing pattern, not a one-time event. Applying These Truths Daily • Act promptly on clear biblical commands; delay equals disobedience. • Give God the best in time, talent, and treasure. • Live openly for Christ, letting deeds and words declare His lordship. • Turn answered prayer into renewed thanksgiving and deeper surrender. Scripture Reinforcements • 1 Samuel 15:22—“To obey is better than sacrifice.” • Psalm 40:8—“I delight to do Your will, O my God.” • John 14:15—“If you love Me, you will keep My commandments.” • James 1:22—“Be doers of the word, and not hearers only.” Practical Steps for the Week • Reserve a set morning time to read and act on one command from Scripture. • Keep a journal of answered prayers, pausing to thank and praise the Lord. • Dedicate the first portion of income to kingdom work, reflecting costly obedience. • Share a testimony of God’s faithfulness with someone in your circle. • Review each evening where obedience shone and where fresh repentance is needed. Encouragement for the Journey David’s decisive, wholehearted obedience turned a threshing floor into holy ground; our daily surrender invites the same transforming presence into every corner of life. |
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