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Passing the Baton of Faith
Commentators note this formal charge occurred late in David's life, after he had made extensive preparations. It represents a crucial transition of leadership and responsibility. David, having done all he could, officially passed the sacred task of building the Temple to the next generation, entrusting his son with fulfilling God's plan.
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1 Chronicles
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Charles Ellicott
On 1 Chronicles 22:6
19th Century
Bishop
Then he called. — And he called Solomon. When? After completing his preparations, and shortly before his death ([Referenc…
Charles Spurgeon
On 1 Chronicles 22:5–7
19th Century
Preacher
So David prepared abundantly before his death. Then he called for Solomon his son, and charged him to build an house for the LORD God of Israel…
John Gill
On 1 Chronicles 22:6
17th Century
Pastor
Then he called for Solomon his son
To be brought before him:
and charged him to build an house fo…
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Matthew Henry
On 1 Chronicles 22:6–16
17th Century
Minister
David gives Solomon the reason why he should build the temple. It was because God had named him. Nothing is more powerful to engage us in any servi…