[:en]Thoughts from 1 Chronicles 22[:]

[:en]David made extensive preparation for his son to build the temple.  He provided all the materials needed:  iron, bronze, gold, silver, logs, stones.

His instructions to his son: (vs. 12-13, 19)

  1. To keep and observe the law of the Lord
  2. To be strong and courageous
  3. Do not be afraid or discouraged
  4. To devote his heart and soul to seek the Lord
  5. Begin building the sanctuary of the Lord God

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