2 Samuel 6: Even More Undignified Than This!

“So David said to Michal, ‘It was before the Lord, who chose me instead of your father and all his house, to appoint me ruler over the people of the Lord, over Israel. Therefore I will play music before the Lord. And I will be even more undignified than this, and will be humble in my own sight.’” 2 Samuel 6:21–22b (NKJV)

Oh goodness, the thought of being undignified for the Lord has me doing some serious personal reflection this morning. How do I carry myself? Am I more aware of what other people might think than I am of the presence and power of the Holy Spirit?

I would’ve been terrified to be the one responsible for carrying the ark of the covenant. That whole scene made me anxious when the oxen tripped. As quickly as the anxiety came over me so did the still small voice, "To whom much is given, much is required."

Think about it for a minute. I (we) have access to the presence of the King of the universe—anytime and anywhere. That’s not something to take lightly. The question we must ask ourselves Is, "Am I actually using that access like the gift it is?"

David danced with reckless abandon because he knew exactly what was happening—God was near. He wasn’t worried about appearances. He wasn’t trying to impress anyone. He was MOVED by the One who had chosen him and been faithful over and over again.

Lord help me truly live like someone who truly knows she carries the presence of God!!!