2 Chronicles 35:7
“Josiah gave to the children of the people, of the flock, lambs and young goats, all of them for the Passover offerings, to all who were present, to the number of thirty thousand, and three thousand bulls. These were of the king’s substance.”
What does 2 Chronicles 35:7 mean?
King Josiah was preparing a massive Passover celebration, and instead of letting people fend for themselves, he opened his own royal resources to provide the animals needed for the sacrifice. Thirty thousand lambs and young goats, plus three thousand bulls, all came from his personal wealth so that everyone gathered could participate fully in this important religious observance. This tells us something beautiful about leadership: Josiah saw a community need and used his position and resources to meet it rather than simply commanding others to do so. Whether you're in a position of influence or not, the principle speaks to how generous provision can remove barriers that keep people from what matters most. His willingness to bear the cost meant that people from all walks of life could worship together without financial hardship standing in their way.