Today's lesson was from 1 Kings 1.. We reviewed themes of power, influence, advocacy, and even what some might consider manipulative, political posturing. The theme which stood out to me was that Nathan and Bathsheba were simply standing up for what was true and right. Solomon was Jedidiah, he was chosen. God selected the next King just as he had David and Saul before him. When David made his proclamation, he was simply vouching for Solomon with the people.
I posed a lot of questions today. Among them were:
What is Power? Affluence and Money, Influence, Ability, Confidence, Action, Production, Knowledge, Strength?
What ideals will you vouch for and why?
Who will you stand up for and why?
You don't have to agree with everything that someone else believes to advocate for them. Love them, serve them and go forth into your world with humility.
Just think what a difference you can make if you stand up for your friends, neighbors, and fellow Christians in their action and yes, even in their failures. David was NOT perfect, but he was King. Jesus is perfect and is King. We choose how and who we follow.
Do you know who you are?
Do you remember whose you are?
As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord. I can vouch for Jesus.(not that he needs it)
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