What does 1 Chronicles 28:21 mean?
What is the meaning of 1 Chronicles 28:21?

The divisions of the priests and Levites are ready

David reminds Solomon that the priestly and Levitical rotations he already organized (1 Chron 23 – 26) stand prepared. This shows:

• God’s work is orderly (1 Corinthians 14:40).

• Spiritual leaders are in place before construction begins, keeping worship central (Numbers 3:5-9; 2 Chron 5:11).

• Confidence for Solomon—he is not starting from scratch; the Lord has already supplied personnel (Exodus 31:1-6).


For all the service of the house of God

The readiness covers “all” duties—sacrifices, music, gatekeeping, treasuries. Scripture never treats temple ministry as partial: total dedication echoes Moses’ charge to the Levites (Deuteronomy 10:8). In our day, every ministry task—seen or unseen—matters equally (1 Corinthians 12:18-22; Colossians 3:23).


Every willing man of every skill at your disposal

The phrase highlights:

• Willingness—service arises from the heart (Exodus 35:21; Psalm 110:3).

• Diversity of skill—stonecutters, metalworkers, designers (1 Kings 7:13-14).

• Availability—“at your disposal” assures Solomon he may call on any craft God has gifted. Likewise, Christ supplies His church with varied gifts for a unified purpose (Romans 12:4-8; Ephesians 4:11-12).


The officials and all the people are fully at your command

Civil leaders and citizens align behind the project (1 Chron 29:6-9). God-given authority flows from king to servant, ensuring peaceable cooperation (Romans 13:1-7). The verse underscores unity—no faction stands aside while God’s house rises (Philippians 2:1-2).


summary

1 Chronicles 28:21 is David’s assurance that God has comprehensively provided for the temple: spiritual ministers ready, skills available, hearts willing, and national leadership united. Solomon can advance in faith, knowing that obedience unlocks God’s organized, enthusiastic support—an enduring pattern for every God-given assignment today.

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