1 Chronicles 13–16

Common Theme:
God’s presence is central to the life and worship of His people, and approaching Him requires both reverence and obedience. These chapters show Israel’s renewed commitment to God’s ways, especially in restoring the ark and instituting proper worship.

Reflection Questions:

• What does this passage teach me about the importance of honoring God’s holiness in worship?
• How am I tempted to approach God on my own terms rather than according to His revealed will?

God Shot:
God is holy and not to be approached casually—when David first tried to move the ark without following God’s instructions, judgment followed; but when he returned with reverence and obedience, joy and blessing came. God desires to dwell with His people, but He insists on being worshiped in truth and according to His ways.