What is the meaning of 1 Chronicles 28:10? Consider now - The verse opens with a call to pause and think deliberately: “Consider now…”. - Scripture often pairs reflection with obedience—see Deuteronomy 4:39 and 1 Samuel 12:24, where Israel is urged to “consider” what the LORD has done before acting. - Pausing guards us from careless service; Psalm 46:10 echoes, “Be still, and know that I am God,” reminding us that fruitful work begins with humble awareness of Him. - Like Haggai 1:5–7, this summons us to weigh our priorities so our labor aligns with God’s will, not our own ambitions. that the LORD has chosen you - David assures Solomon that the calling comes from God Himself: “the LORD has chosen you.” - Earlier in the chapter (1 Chronicles 28:6), God personally names Solomon as the builder—divine election, not mere family tradition. - Similar divine appointments appear in Exodus 31:1–5 (Bezalel for the tabernacle) and John 15:16, where Jesus tells His disciples, “You did not choose Me, but I chose you.” - Knowing we are chosen transforms duty into privilege and supplies confidence that God will also provide what is needed (2 Chronicles 1:8–9). to build a house for the sanctuary - The task is specific: “build a house for the sanctuary,” a literal temple that will house the ark and symbolize God’s dwelling among His people (1 Kings 5:5). - While Solomon’s charge is unique, believers today are likewise called to edify God’s dwelling: “you yourselves, like living stones, are being built into a spiritual house” (1 Peter 2:5). - The link between physical temple and spiritual temple underscores continuity in God’s plan—He desires a holy place where He meets His people (Exodus 25:8). Be strong - Strength here is moral and spiritual courage. David echoes Moses to Joshua: “Be strong and courageous” (Deuteronomy 31:6–7; Joshua 1:6–9). - Strength is not self-manufactured; it flows from faith in God’s presence—“for the LORD your God goes with you.” - New‐covenant believers receive the same charge in 1 Corinthians 16:13: “Be on the alert; stand firm in the faith; be men of courage; be strong.” and do it - Reflection, election, and empowerment culminate in action: “and do it.” - James 1:22 warns against hearing without doing; Matthew 7:24 likens obedience to building on rock. - Follow-through honors God’s design. John 13:17 reminds, “If you know these things, you will be blessed if you do them.” - Obedience turns divine intention into visible reality, whether building a temple or serving in everyday callings. summary 1 Chronicles 28:10 marries contemplation with commission. We stop to recognize God’s choosing, receive strength from His presence, and then move forward in obedient action. Just as Solomon’s literal temple advanced God’s purposes, every believer’s faithful response today advances His kingdom, proving that the God who calls also equips and blesses those who “be strong and do it.” |
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