I Chronicles 12-13

“David was afraid of God that day and asked, “How can I ever bring the ark of God to me?” (13:12). Uzzah’s terrible death halted David’s immediate plans to bring the ark “to be with him in the city of David” (13:13). He and all Israel realized that God was not an idol to be owned, treated lightly, or used to glorify themselves. The God who covenanted with Israel was Creator of heaven and earth, worthy of awe. The ark must be handled exactly as God instructed, respecting his holiness.

“The Lord blessed his household ...” (13:14). Despite our sins, God desires to dwell among us and bless us. Rather than keep us at a distance, in Christ he comes near.