David was a teenage shepherd boy whose physical appearance showed no special features. There was nothing physically striking about him that pointed to him as God’s own king-elect. But God sees far beyond what man can comprehend (1 Samuel 16:7). Though his actions weren’t always perfect, David’s heart was perfect toward God. He served God with a loyal heart. To be loyal means to be faithful or steadfast in allegiance. The man after God’s heart is the man loyal to God’s cause. This was the virtue Saul lacked and God rejected his kingship over Israel. Another king, Amaziah, did all the right things but didn’t get God’s approval because of his wrong attitude (2 Chronicles 25:1-2).
So, what’s your attitude to the things of God? How do you do your work for the Lord? These are very important questions you must answer for yourself, because “There is going to come a time of testing at Christ’s Judgment Day to see what kind of material each builder has used. Everyone’s work will be put through the fire so that all can see whether or not it keeps its value, and what was really accomplished” (1 Corinthians 3:13 TLB). Only the works we did with a sincere and perfect heart will be accepted when we stand before the Judgment seat of Christ; the rest will be burnt because they have no significance before God.
There are Christians who haven’t pledged their allegiance to Christ and have lived only for and by themselves. This is the root of the strife and division witnessed in some churches. It’s sad to see God’s people do what’s right without loyalty. But praise God, the Church is rising in glory and God is purging her of all these! Truthfully examine yourself in the light of God’s Word today and pray to God to help you make changes where necessary.
