“Be strong and courageous, and do the work. Don’t be afraid
or discouraged, for the Lord God, my God, is with you.”
1 Chronicles 28:20
David was speaking these words to
his son, Solomon. He was encouraging Solomon to be strong and courageous, and
to do the work God has called him to do (which was to build a great temple for
God). David didn’t want his son to be afraid or discouraged. He reminded him
that God was with him. Over the holiday season we have so much work to do. We
decorate our houses, spend a lot of time shopping, wrap presents, bake cookies,
clean our houses, and we still have to make and take the time to keep our
relationship with the Lord fresh. It seems to be that we have more work than we
normally have to do. The words of David to his son can be said to us to “Be
strong and courageous, and do the work. Don’t be afraid or discouraged, for the
Lord … is with you.” Ask God to help you make a list. Listen to praise and
worship songs, hymns, or Christmas songs as you work. You will find that the
Lord will give you a joy as you work and added energy. Accept His peace, and
don’t be anxious. You will accomplish all that He intends you to do.
Oh, Father, we come to You this day. The Christmas season
is a joyous season even with all the added work. To celebrate Jesus and His
birth makes this one of the happiest times of the year. Thank You for the
greatest gift of all. Be with us father. Help us to make our list each day and
to do have joy as we do all the things we have to do. May we be strong and
courageous, and do the work. May we not be afraid or discouraged in any way for
You are with us. May peace reign in our hearts and may we not be anxious. May
we accomplish all that You intend for us to do. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
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