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“I am about to go the way of all the earth,” he said. “So be strong, show yourself a man, and observe what the LORD your God requires: Walk in his ways, and keep his decrees and commands, his laws and requirements, as written in the Law of Moses, so that you may prosper in all you do and wherever you go,"– 1 Kings 2:2-3
As David is on his deathbed, notice what he says to Solomon: “show yourself a man”. This is not based upon Solomon’s taking up the sword or being a shrewd king. David based his measure of a man upon how well Solomon could observe what the Lord his God required. When a man (or woman) follows after the Lord wholeheartedly, the journey ahead is so challenging that it will require both courage and wisdom. David knew that God would be far more adept than any human teacher to equip his earthly son with the skill sets for success. If it was good enough for Solomon, how about us? Are we willing to walk in His ways?
Today’s commentary by Dave Whitehead, Senior Pastor, GraceNYC.org
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