2 Chronicles chapter 28 verses 2-3 (NIV)
King David rose to his feet and said: “Listen to me, my fellow Israelites, my people. I had it in my heart to build a house as a place of rest for the ark of the covenant of the LORD, for the footstool of our God, and I made plans to build it. But God said to me, ‘You are not to build a house for my Name, because you are a warrior and have shed blood.’
2 Chronicles chapter 28 verse 19 – 21 (NIV)
“All this,” David said, “I have in writing as a result of the LORD’s hand on me, and he enabled me to understand all the details of the plan. ”
David also said to Solomon his son, “Be strong and courageous, and do the work. Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the LORD God, my God, is with you. He will not fail you or forsake you until all the work for the service of the temple of the LORD is finished. The divisions of the priests and Levites are ready for all the work on the temple of God, and every willing person skilled in any craft will help you in all the work. The officials and all the people will obey your every command.”
David’s heart was right. He wanted to build a temple for God. But as a warrior, having shed blood, God told him that it wasn’t for David to do, but Solomon.
But David didn’t miss out. He knew what the Temple was going to look like, because God revealed every detail to him and it was written down. What a privilege he had! He even knew that the Priests, Levites and the necessary workmen would carry out the necessary work. No wonder he was able to encourage Solomon.
Sometimes we may be disappointed if things don’t work out the way we hoped. But if our hearts are right before God, we will not miss out. God will reveal His plans and purposes for us if we are willing to listen and do what He says.
Dear Lord,
Your plans and ways are higher than mine, and yet, if I am willing, You may reveal the plans to me. Thank You that we need never fear missing out on what You have for us. Amen.