1 Kings records a sobering charge from King David to his son Solomon.  He is giving him wise advice when he is near death.  1 Kings 2 records David’s words, “² “I am going where everyone on earth must someday go. Take courage and be a man. ³ Observe the requirements of the Lord your God, and follow all his ways. Keep the decrees, commands, regulations, and laws written in the Law of Moses so that you will be successful in all you do and wherever you go.”   His advice was to have courage to stand up for what is right and follow God’s ways.   David goes on to say what the promised results of this type of life would be, “⁴ If you do this, then the Lord will keep the promise he made to me. He told me, ‘If your descendants live as they should and follow me faithfully with all their heart and soul, one of them will always sit on the throne of Israel.’   David had been chosen by God to lead the people of Israel.  He knew first hand what could happen to a leader who refused to follow God.  He had been pursued for 14 years by King Saul who knew God had chosen David to be the next king, and God had removed His blessing from him because of his sinful life and poor leadership.  David did not want that fate to befall his son, Solomon, and desired that his descendants would reign over Israel for years to come.

David knew that a transformed heart, committed to God would produce results.  The results in this case would be a descendant continuing to be king.  What about us?  What are the results of our transformed and committed heart to God?  Do you see God’s blessings on your life for following Him, reading and studying the Bible, going to worship and fellow-shipping with fellow believers?  God promises results for committing our lives to Him and following Him faithfully.   Take a look at your life today and take note of the many blessings that are the results of godly living and commitment to Jesus.  Then take time to Thank Jesus for those results.

Prayer:  Lord, thank you for touching my life and transforming my heart.  I long to serve you and have the fruit of the Holy Spirit be evident in my life.  Your results are eternal and show your great goodness and mercy towards me.  Thank you, In Jesus’ Name,    Amen.

Longing to produce godly results in my heart for Him,

Linda