5 Things for a Christian parent to Communicate

 Read 1 Chronicles 22. 

It was in David's heart to build a magnificent Temple for God.  But God made it clear that Solomon would be the one to oversee the construction.  Solomon was young and inexperienced.  So, David took care of the needed preparations. 

He set in motion all the preparations of needed materials, manpower, and money.  More importantly, he prepared Solomon for the necessary leadership. 

David's counsel to his son:

1. He was not a biological accident.  He was there at that time by the will of God. 

2. God had a plan for his life that only he could fulfill.  It was his destiny.  That future included a personal, family relationship with God. 

3. He would need "discretion and understanding" in order to obey God's word.  Indeed, this was Solomon’s request of the LORD in 1 Kings 3. 

4. He would prosper as a result of obedience to the LORD. 

5. Therefore, he would have no need to fear or be discouraged.  Indeed, he could be strong and courageous.