In what ways can we demonstrate loyalty to God in our daily lives? Names That Whisper Loyalty “Eliel the Mahavite, Jeribai and Joshaviah, sons of Elnaam, Ithmah the Moabite” (1 Chronicles 11:46). One short roll call, yet each name points to men who clung to God’s anointed king through danger, hardship, and uncertainty. Their faithfulness becomes a template for ours. What Their Loyalty Looked Like • Risked their lives for God’s purposes, not their own • Followed David when he was still an outlaw, not yet enthroned • Served without spotlight—few ever hear their names • Welcomed outsiders (note the Moabite) into covenant faithfulness Everyday Choices That Mirror Their Devotion • Guard first-hour allegiance: begin each day with Scripture and prayer before screens or tasks • Obey promptly: treat every biblical command as non-negotiable, even when inconvenient • Speak up for truth: refuse gossip, dishonesty, or compromise, however subtle the setting • Serve unnoticed: volunteer where recognition is unlikely—nursery duty, cleaning, quiet giving • Stay when it’s hard: honor marriage vows, church commitments, and friendships in dry seasons • Steward influence: on social media, amplify what honors Christ rather than self-promotion • Practice generosity: budget time and money so God’s kingdom claims the best portion Scripture Echoes That Strengthen Resolve • Deuteronomy 6:5 — “Love the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength.” • Joshua 24:15 — “As for me and my house, we will serve the LORD.” • John 14:15 — “If you love Me, you will keep My commandments.” • Romans 12:11 — “Do not let your zeal subside; keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord.” Living the Legacy The men of 1 Chronicles 11:46 never wrote epics or sat on thrones, yet God immortalized their names. Their quiet, steadfast allegiance invites us to similar devotion—unseen by crowds, but recorded forever in heaven. |
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