Titles and Promotions

 

Often in life, we think that titles define people.  Who of us is not automatically impressed if someone is introduced to us as Dr So-and-so; or Professor This-and-that; as if a default setting goes into operation that elevates the person being introduced, without them having said a word or blinked an eye.

And so I found myself reading 1 Chronicles 27 one morning.  Now understand that it took quite a bit of dedication to still be reading chapter 27 after having also read through chapters 23 to 26 prior to that, have a look for yourself.  But I digress…

Essentially, David is handing out titles and promotions in this chapter.  You will find the names of the leaders of the divisions of the army, month by month.  You will see who was elevated to the position of chief officer in all twelve tribes.  Who the overseer over David’s personal treasury was, as well as over the treasuries in the country, in the cities, villages and towers or forts. Overseers over workers tilling the soil are mentioned, as well as over vineyards and wine cellars.  Even who had to tutor David’s sons. The list is quite extensive, running over 34 verses.

But it was verse 33 that caught my attention and brought a lump to my throat:

“……Hushai the Archite was the king’s companion and friend.”

Amongst all the dignitaries, titles and job descriptions mentioned here, his greatest contribution, the reason for him being included in this prestigious list, was that he was the friend of the king.

May this also be our highest aspiration.

To be the friend of the King!

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