Life Of The Party

Life of the Party

David went there and brought the Ark of God from the house of Obed-edom to the City of David with a great celebration. . . . And David danced before the LORD with all his might.

2 Samuel 6:12, 14

WE’VE BEEN TALKING about personality types, and today we’ll look at the party maker. This is the warm, lively, excited personality. For this person, all of life is a party. Party makers enjoy people, do not like solitude, and are at their best when surrounded by friends and the life of the party. Party makers are never at a loss for words. They can turn a simple meal into a celebration. These people make life exciting not only for themselves, but for others. Filled with stories, dramatic expressions, and songs, the party maker’s objective is for everyone to be happy.

The Bible certainly doesn’t look down on celebration. The verses above highlight King David leading a national celebration when the Ark of the LORD was brought back to Jerusalem. He “danced before the Lord with all his might”! He knew that some things deserve celebration.

The downside of this personality is that others may see party makers as undependable and undisciplined. Why? They can be so into the moment that they forget previous commitments. It’s not that they intend to be delinquent; it’s just that they forget. If you are married to a party maker, enjoy the ride—and ask your spouse how you might help him or her keep life on track.

Father, thank you for celebrations—and thank you for my spouse’s joyful spirit that makes so many things enjoyable. Help me to appreciate it and be gentle when I try to help.

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