David
and the officers of the army also set apart for the service the sons of Asaph,
and of Heman, and of Jeduthun, who
should prophesy with lyres, harps and cymbals. 1 Chron. 25.1a
To 21st
century sensitivity, the words David and the officers of the army
may sound like a military junta. My thinking is that this was simply the way in
which David’s administration was set up.
The narrative
goes on to list the families of the three men mentioned, two hundred and
eighty-eight people in all. They were formed into twenty-four teams. And
they cast lots for their duties, small and great, teacher and pupil alike.
(v8)
All this tells
me that the worship teams were specially selected and appointed. Furthermore,
they shared between them the duties involved, without elitism of favour.
Herein lies a
lesson that many areas of the Body of Christ could benefit from today. The
calling of any worshipper is greatly significant. These are the people called
to lead all others into the throne room of the Almighty. In the first temple
they were, I believe, called by God, endorsed by the human authorities, and
formed into teams. There was no dispute over who should do what, for all duties
were shared in common. What a fine example is set here. And what I’ve said in
this paragraph applies, I truly believe, to any and all areas of ministry!
Lord,
I pray for the Body of Christ today. I pray for the
church in its various expressions.
I pray Godly order into the people and all that we do.
Let us not be seduced into following the ways of the world. Jesus said, “I am the way.” May we follow Him.
I pray that leaders will arise who will truly follow
Jesus, and who will lead others in that narrow way. I ask Your holy guidance on
all who profess the faith. Lead us to be worthy witnesses to our Lord and God. Amen.
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