CIRCLE OF ADVISERS
Today's reading: 1 Chronicles 10-14

"David consulted with all his officials, including the generals and captains of his army. Then he addressed the entire assembly of Israel as follows: If you approve and if it is the will of the Lord our God, let us send messages to all the Israelites throughout the land, including the priests and Levites in their tons and pasturelands, Let us invite them to come and join us. It is time to bring back the Ark of our God, for we neglected it during the reign of Saul." 1 Chronicles 13:1-3 NLT

David, not king, had some important spiritual matters to attend to before he took on any of the political challenges facing the nation of Israel.

He knew what a monumentous task it was--and called together a circle of advisers to help him seek the will of God.

An important move for a military powerhouse like David was.

He could have made the decision on his own, he had the right to as king.

He could have determined that his ways were best, he had the authority.

He could have made everyone else bow to his whims, he had the power behind his throne.

But he asked for their input, their advice, their prayers.

What an example for us today!

Any tough challenge, any life-changing decision, any consideration we are faced with--wouldn't it be best that we take it before the Lord and our circle of godly advisers?