Monthly Archives: January 2013
save the king
Psalm 20 This psalm is a prayer from God’s people for their king. They appeal to the LORD to enter into the plans and purposes of their king and give him salvation (success and deliverance when he faces trouble). They … Continue reading
our place
1 Chronicles 23-24 The Levites were a subculture in the land. Among them were chosen officers who served the temple and its services. They were part of the community but they had special tasks, and were honored by reason of … Continue reading
Posted in cooperation, discipleship, genuineness, kingdom of God, servanthood
Tagged 1 Chronicles 23, 1 Chronicles 24
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going deeper
Psalm 19 Let me introduce you to my LORD, the Master of the universe. Look at space, with all its wonders. He created that, and didn’t even break a sweat. He is awesome. Interested? Get to know him better by … Continue reading
Posted in creation, David, deliverance, forgiveness, relationship with God, scriptures
Tagged Psalm 19
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here shall be the house
1 Chronicles 21:18-22:19 After David had purchased the threshing floor of Ornon and averted the plague, he builds an altar there and sacrifices to God on the site. Then, he gets the idea that the site could serve as the … Continue reading
Posted in commitment, David, relationship with God, works
Tagged 1 Chronicles 21, 1 Chronicles 22
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our shield
Psalm 18 David’s song of gratitude from 2 Samuel 22 is now sung by his people, as they personally identify with the anointing, rescue and greatness of their king – all directly a result of God’s grace. As God is … Continue reading
wrong choices
1 Chronicles 21:1-17 David knew that Joab was right – that taking the census was wrong – but he decided to do what he wanted anyway. The result was that thousands paid for David’s presumption with their lives. God gave … Continue reading
vindication … and more
Psalm 17 David’s prayer is for justice and vindication from enemies who have no pity on him, who only want what they can gain from this world and this life. But David seeks the LORD’s presence now, and to awake … Continue reading
work hard … and trust God
1 Chronicles 18-20 These chapters record David’s battles with and victories over the Syrians, Ammonites and Philistines during his reign as king of Israel. Times were not easy for the Israelites, but they did rise to the challenge. Joab’s instructions … Continue reading
Posted in confidence, David, dependence upon God, trust
Tagged 1 Chronicles 18, 1 Chronicles 19, 1 Chronicles 20
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a beautiful inheritance
Psalm 16 David had chosen the right life, and sees now that it has gained him a beautiful inheritance. Instead of running after another God, he chose to join the saints in the land who were faithful to the LORD. … Continue reading
Posted in David, eternal life, Jesus Christ, resurrection, second coming
Tagged Psalm 16
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a house for the LORD
1 Chronicles 17 It began in David’s heart as he noticed that he was living in a fine cedar house, but the presence of the LORD (as symbolized by the ark) was residing in a tent. David wanted to build … Continue reading
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