Even though King David wasn't permitted to complete the task of building the Temple for God (of cedar) on Earth, his son, Solomon was. God planned for this and communicated to David that he could not finish the task but that his son Solomon would. As such, the transition of power took place while King David was still alive and he watched his son, Solomon, take over the throne of Israel and Judah.
Can you imagine what the father, David, felt as he watched his son, Solomon, take the throne. I am sure he was very well pleased, comforted, proud, happy, etc. For a father to watch his son not only take a leadership role but also know that he will surpass his father's accomplishments (in God's eyes) is an awesome thing. It is a fulfillment that every man should want for his son.
God sent his Son, Jesus, to accomplish what He chose for Him. God knew that it would take his Son to be able to be a lasting atonement for our sins that needed no other to follow. As such, Jesus came to the world and did just that. He accomplished all He had set out to do. It pleased His Father, God, greatly. Aren't we glad too....? Yes!
Can we rejoice in our children's futures? Surely. It takes prayer, consistency, and patience to rejoice. All of these attributes take time, attention and intentional work. So, let's give our kids the best future possible by praying more for them; by consistently pressing them to be the kind of child God commands and blesses; and by remaining patient when they make mistakes. Finally, spending time, paying attention to them, and intentionally making them feel special and loved is most important in building their trust, love and foundation for their future.
Remember, God "gifted" children to us...don't forget they are "only on loan" until He calls them to come back Home.
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