1 CHRONICLES 29

THE ISRAELITES PRAISE GOD + REJOICE

David provides lavish amounts of gold and silver to be used for the temple. He leads the way for the Israelites, who also give generously and willingly. The Israelites rejoice because they have given freely and with a whole heart.

David prays while Israel is assembled together, praising God and thanking Him for His provision. David knows that everything that the Israelites have, from their freedom to their abilities to their riches, comes from God. The Israelites give freely because they know God has ownership and authority over everything.

The Israelites bow down to God and offer Him sacrifices. They eat and drink before the Lord with great gladness, celebrating all that He has done for them. Solomon is anointed as king once again, honoring Him as prince for the Lord. God makes Solomon a great king, who has royal majesty unlike any other previous king. After forty years of kingship and a long fruitful life, David dies at an old age.