And He shall live; and the gold of Sheba will be given to Him. (Psalm 72:15)
It is quite amazing to consider that, long before it happened, David prophesied of a day when “the kings of Sheba and Seba will offer gifts (72:10) … and the gold of Sheba” will brought to the king. As we have said previously, on one level of interpretation, the king referred to is Solomon. This particular prophecy was fulfilled when “the queen of Sheba heard of the fame of Solomon … and came to Jerusalem … with camels that bore spices, very much gold, and precious stones; … There never again came such abundance of spices as the queen of Sheba gave to King Solomon” (1 Kings 10:1-2, 10).
It is said in Jewish literature that Solomon was allowed to possess such riches that he might infuse the poor of his kingdom with a better life and prosperity. In short, he lived that they might have a new life. Obviously, this concept connects us to exactly why Messiah came into the world — He lives that we might have new life and have it in abundance. Of course, this speaks of how we have the promise of life eternal in His Presence. But I would also suggest that you and I can have a better life in this existence; a life of hope, peace and prosperity — all because the King of Kings lives.
Ironically it was Solomon who wrote that, “A good man leaves an inheritance to his children’s children, but the wealth of the sinner is stored up for the righteous” (Proverbs 13:22). Placed within the context of our thoughts for the day, when a man does what he is given to do with all his heart and might — specifically those things that are pleasing to the Lord — his life will be a blessing to his posterity. He will live an abundant life whose benefits are passed on to future generations. On the other hand, those who serve themselves — while they may amass great fortunes — in the end, their efforts will benefit God’s people.
I don’t know if we should interpret this to mean that all of us are bound to inherit great wealth from tycoons and billionaires — maybe, maybe not. I do think the emphasis is this: how we live this life will have an impact on those dependent upon us. So let us live and do as unto the Lord that we may prosper and that our children’s children will see the favor of the Lord.
Blessings and Shalom,
Bill
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