Monthly Archives: January 2013
The LORD is my friend
Psalm 25 The LORD who is a shepherd in psalm 23 is a friend in psalm 25. He is by David’s side to teach him the right way to go, to forgive and forget his sins, and to guard and … Continue reading
eternal abundance
1 Chronicles 29:1-22 Freewill giving toward the temple construction was a privilege. Seeing how much had been given, both the king and the people burst forth in praise. It was a testimony of the power and presence of the LORD … Continue reading
the real King of glory
Psalm 24 The title indicates that this is a psalm of David. It seems another way of reminding those who seek the king of glory in Jerusalem that David is not really the one. The real King of glory is … Continue reading
surrendering sovereignty
1 Chronicles 28 These are not the actions and words of a sovereign king, passing on his dominion to his son. They are the words of a servant, a steward of God’s household. David had it in his heart to … Continue reading
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the LORD, my tender
Psalm 23 David describes the LORD as his tender, the one who looks after him. The LORD guides him so that he goes down the right paths. The LORD makes sure he gets to the green pastures where he can … Continue reading
free to say ‘no’
1 Chronicles 27 In addition to providing for the temple that his son would build, David also appointed military and civilian leadership for Solomon’s administration. Once the LORD had secured David’s position as king, David took advantage of the honor … Continue reading
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He will remember
Psalm 22 It is difficult to extract this psalm from the Christian tradition that surrounds it since many of its words were fulfilled by Christ on the cross. But it is important to see the psalm in its original context. … Continue reading
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no secular jobs
1 Chronicles 26 Administrators and protectors of the the temple and its treasures were also appointed by David. He searched for men of great skill and proven leadership to assign. No task was left to chance. For David’s monarchy, there … Continue reading
confidence in the king
Psalm 21 This psalm continues to celebrate the triad of the LORD, the king, and his people. The people remind the LORD that their king rejoices in his salvation. They remind the king that the LORD will destroy his enemies, … Continue reading
connecting
1 Chronicles 25 The ministry of music that would accompany the offerings included songs from 288 men who were skilled and trained in singing to the LORD. The LORD was speaking through the musicians to the people as they prophesied. … Continue reading
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