1 Chronicles 28:7

Moreover I will establish his kingdom for ever, if he be constant to do my commandments and my judgments, as at this day.

Moreover I will establish {H3559} his kingdom {H4438} for ever {H5769}, if he be constant {H2388} to do {H6213} my commandments {H4687} and my judgments {H4941}, as at this day {H3117}.

I will establish his kingdom forever, if he uses his strength to obey my mitzvot and abide by my rulings, as [he is doing] currently.'

I will establish his kingdom forever, if he resolutely carries out My commandments and ordinances, as is being done this day.’

And I will establish his kingdom for ever, if he be constant to do my commandments and mine ordinances, as at this day.

In 1 Chronicles 28:7, God communicates a crucial promise and condition regarding the reign of King Solomon, delivered through King David's instructions to his son. This verse is part of David's solemn charge to Solomon and the leaders of Israel, outlining the divine blueprint for the kingdom and the future Temple.

Context

This verse is spoken by King David as he prepares to pass the throne to his son, Solomon. David has just gathered all the officials of Israel and revealed that God has chosen Solomon to build His Temple and rule over Israel (1 Chronicles 28:6). While God had made an unconditional promise to David's lineage that his throne would be established forever (the Davidic Covenant), this particular promise to Solomon contains a significant conditional clause. It emphasizes that Solomon's personal enjoyment and perpetuation of a stable reign would be contingent upon his faithfulness.

Key Themes

  • Divine Promise and Steadfastness: God affirms His intention to "establish his kingdom for ever." This points to God's enduring plan for His people and the Davidic dynasty. However, the permanence of Solomon's personal reign, and the immediate stability of the kingdom under him, is tied to human responsibility.
  • The Condition of Obedience: The pivotal phrase "if he be constant to do my commandments and my judgments" highlights the importance of obedience. God's blessings, while rooted in His grace, are often experienced in their fullness when His people walk in His ways. This principle is deeply embedded in Old Testament covenant theology, echoing the blessings promised in Deuteronomy for obedience.
  • Consistency in Faith: The word "constant" (Hebrew: chazaq) implies being strong, firm, and resolute. It suggests not just momentary compliance, but a sustained, unwavering commitment to God's law. This was a challenge for Solomon, as later accounts reveal his departure from God's commands in his latter years.

Linguistic Insights

The Hebrew word for "constant" is chazaq (חָזַק), which means to be strong, firm, steadfast, or courageous. It conveys the idea of holding fast to something with resolve. The word "establish" comes from the Hebrew qum (קוּם), meaning to rise, stand up, or confirm. Here, it signifies God making the kingdom firm and enduring, provided the condition of obedience is met.

Practical Application

This verse serves as a powerful reminder that while God's ultimate plans and promises are sovereign, our personal experience of His blessings and the stability of our spiritual lives are often linked to our faithfulness and obedience. It underscores the importance of:

  • Consistent Devotion: Our walk with God requires not just initial enthusiasm but sustained, "constant" effort to live according to His Word.
  • Understanding Conditional Blessings: While salvation is by grace through faith, many of God's blessings and the enjoyment of His presence are conditional upon our obedience and seeking Him.
  • Learning from History: Solomon's eventual failure to remain "constant" led to the division of the kingdom. This serves as a cautionary tale for all believers to remain vigilant in their commitment to God's commandments.
Note: Commentary was generated by an advanced AI, utilizing a prompt that emphasized Biblical fidelity over bias. We've found these insights to be consistently reliable, yet we always encourage prayerful discernment through the Holy Spirit. The Scripture text and cross-references are from verified, non-AI sources.

  • 1 Chronicles 22:13

    Then 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.

  • 1 Kings 8:61

    Let your heart therefore be perfect with the LORD our God, to walk in his statutes, and to keep his commandments, as at this day.

  • Daniel 2:44

    And in the days of these kings shall the God of heaven set up a kingdom, which shall never be destroyed: and the kingdom shall not be left to other people, [but] it shall break in pieces and consume all these kingdoms, and it shall stand for ever.

  • Psalms 89:28

    My mercy will I keep for him for evermore, and my covenant shall stand fast with him.

  • Psalms 89:37

    It shall be established for ever as the moon, and [as] a faithful witness in heaven. Selah.

  • 1 Kings 9:4

    And if thou wilt walk before me, as David thy father walked, in integrity of heart, and in uprightness, to do according to all that I have commanded thee, [and] wilt keep my statutes and my judgments:

  • 1 Kings 9:5

    Then I will establish the throne of thy kingdom upon Israel for ever, as I promised to David thy father, saying, There shall not fail thee a man upon the throne of Israel.

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