1 Chronicles 22:14 · KJV
"Now, behold, in my trouble I have prepared for the house of the LORD an hundred thousand talents of gold, and a thousand thousand talents of silver; and of brass and iron without weight; for it is in abundance: timber also and stone have I prepared; and thou mayest add thereto."
King James Version
What does 1 Chronicles 22:14 mean? →Passage Context
12Only the LORD give thee wisdom and understanding, and give thee charge concerning Israel, that thou mayest keep the law of the LORD thy God.
13Then shalt thou prosper, if thou takest heed to fulfil the statutes and judgments which the LORD charged Moses with concerning Israel: be strong, and of good courage; dread not, nor be dismayed.
14Now, behold, in my trouble I have prepared for the house of the LORD an hundred thousand talents of gold, and a thousand thousand talents of silver; and of brass and iron without weight; for it is in abundance: timber also and stone have I prepared; and thou mayest add thereto.
15Moreover there are workmen with thee in abundance, hewers and workers of stone and timber, and all manner of cunning men for every manner of work.
16Of the gold, the silver, and the brass, and the iron, there is no number. Arise therefore, and be doing, and the LORD be with thee.
Reflection Questions
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What does it mean for you to prepare for God's work?
2
How do you view the resources you have in relation to serving God?
3
When have you felt overwhelmed by the task of serving God?
Life Application
faith
Consider how you can prepare your heart and resources for God's work in your life. Be proactive in your spiritual journey.
work
Approach your work as a form of worship, dedicating your efforts to God.
People in This Verse
DavidBoth
The second king of Israel, known for his leadership, poetry, and a heart for God. He is a central figure in both Jewish and Christian traditions.
First appearance: 1 Samuel 16:1
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