Note: So I think I'll do this in a news story style again. lol. Try at least.
David called all the leaders of Israel together for an assembly in which he gave his son Solomon the plans to build the temple of the LORD.
David reminded the people that, while he had planned to build the temple, God previously told him that he was unable to because he was "a man of war and . . . shed blood."
God instead promised that David's son Solomon would be the one to build the temple.
In the years leading up to this assembly, David prepared plans for the temple and gathered materials for Solomon to use. David also commanded the leaders his kingdom to support and help Solomon with the constructing of the temple building.
Near the end of the assembly, just before handing the plans and materials for the temple to his son, David gave Solomon some advice.
" . . . know the God of your father, and serve Him with a loyal heart and with a willing mind," David said, "for the LORD searches all hearts and understands all the intent of the thoughts. If you seek Him, He will be found by you; but if you forsake Him, He will cast you off forever. Consider now, for the LORD has chosen you to build the house for the sanctuary; be strong, and do it."
P.S. I thought it was neat how David attributed the plans for the temple as being directed by the Spirit of God.
"All this," said David, "the LORD made me understand in writing, by His hand upon me, all the works of these plans" (28:19).
ONLY ONE MORE CHAPTER OF I CHRONICLES!! : ) I've totally enjoyed it though!
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