1 Chronicles 16

First Chronicles not only records the fact that the ark of God was brought to Jerusalem, it also highlights the worship that attended this event. The celebration of Israel took place in the presence of Almighty God, and David's songs of thanks were recorded in the Scriptures.

These songs not only appeared in First Chronicles 16, they also made their way into Israel's Psalter. This chapter includes generous portions of Psalms 95, 105, and 106.

God's people have the privilege of recounting the greatness of the Lord in song when they gather together in His presence. Their time of covenant assembly is not a mere memorial service. They worship a God who is alive and whose presence they can seek. Their trust is that God is meeting with them. They are the Lord's chosen people and He is their glorious King.

It was God who brought Israel into the land of Canaan. He made promises to the patriarchs and over a period of centuries He accomplished His plans. They were a special people chosen by Him. He protected them and provided for their needs.

In their songs of praise Israel invited the entire world to praise their God. The Lord who made the heavens and earth was far above the idols that other people groups of the earth once worshiped. The world could discover their destiny in the praise of the God of Israel.

Israel called upon the Lord to protect them from the hands of those who might come against them. He would deliver them from great danger, and they would gather together to praise His glorious Name forever.

The coming of the ark of the Lord to David's city was cause for great celebration. King David commanded worship with music and singing as an ongoing duty and privilege for the Lord's servants. The people of Israel had strong reasons to thank the Lord for His steadfast love.

How can we do less than this since we have been redeemed by the blood of Christ and saved from sure destruction through the mercy of God? The longing of the ancient Israelites has come to pass. All over the earth people are rejoicing in the Lord for His great deeds. From every tribe and tongue and nation, a people chosen by the Lord are praising the glorious Name of the Lord.