As his life drew to a close, King David gave this commission to Solomon: “Be strong and courageous and do it. Do not be afraid and do not be dismayed, for the Lord God, even my God, is with you. He will not leave you or forsake you, until all the work for the service of the house of the Lord is finished.” Solomon had a great task before Him—building the Lord’s Temple. But he could accomplish the task by God’s grace.
A greater King also gave a great commission. Before His ascension, Jesus declared, “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” We also are tasked with building the Lord’s house. Not a physical building, but the church—the body of disciples converted to the Kingship of Jesus!