Author Archives: Jefferson Vann
no more
Psalm 37 David encourages his listeners to realize that even though they will face adversaries, they should not worry, because all God’s enemies will eventually be destroyed. Soon they will be “no more” (10,36). Evil has no future in God’s … Continue reading
this thing is from me
2 Chronicles 11 God told Rehoboam not to engage in battle against his relatives because “this thing is from me.” The rebellion, the division, all of it was the working out of God’s ultimate plan. Often or tendency is to … Continue reading
steadfast love
Psalm 36 The threats the psalmists calls to our attention are very real, because there are people who are deeply invested in transgression. They do not fear God, and are constantly plotting trouble for others. But God’s steadfast faithfulness and … Continue reading
an imperfect union
2 Chronicles 10 God’s judgment upon the house of David prophesied by Ahijah began in this way: the LORD allowed Rehoboam to refuse to listen to his people. That was all that was needed for the union to unravel. It … Continue reading
betrayed
Psalm 35 David feels betrayed. The very friends that he remembers praying and fasting for are now attacking him, and relishing in his troubles. He can only appeal to the righteous judge of all the earth. There are some things … Continue reading
evaluation results
2 Chronicles 9 The queen of Sheba examined all the aspects of Solomon’s rule and life and concluded that God loved Israel, so set him up as their king. Her evaluation of Solomon’s leadership was a reflection not on his … Continue reading
refuge
Psalm 34 David was in a strange land among strange men. He cried out to the LORD, and was rescued. He sought refuge from the LORD, and was delivered. The LORD does not promise to keep us from times of … Continue reading
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serving out of faith
2 Chronicles 8 The seeming implication of this chapter is that Solomon was successful in his other building projects because he had prioritized the temple. It is OK to bring our plans to the LORD as long as we have … Continue reading
war horse
Psalm 33 The title reflects that of a recent movie about a magnificent horse and how he became involved in a war. One key element in the movie was how valuable the horse became once war was declared. The psalmist … Continue reading
passing the test
2 Chronicles 7 The LORD responded to Solomon’s prayer and dedicated the temple to himself. He promised that he would be available, but the rescue associated with his presence was a conditional promise. If Solomon and his people turned to … Continue reading
