Author Archives: Jefferson Vann
bring it on
Psalm 27 This is a song of a man, and a people, who have many reasons to fear. However, they have one great reason not to fear: their relationship with the LORD. The evildoers, adversaries, foes, armies, war, day of … Continue reading
good sense
2 Chronicles 1 The Bible contains many examples of Solomon’s wisdom, but the most important lesson anyone can learn about wisdom is what Solomon demonstrates here. James 1:5 instructs believers that they should ask for wisdom, and that is what … Continue reading
after grace
Psalm 26 This is a prayer from a man who expect the God of justice to act, sweeping away sinners. Instead of asking God to prevent him from ever experiencing difficulty, David asks God to prove, try and test him … Continue reading
full of honor
1 Chronicles 29:22-30 After a 40 year reign, David dies “at a good old age, full of days, riches, and honor (28). Most of us would settle for either one of those legacies. Which is the most important? Without honor, … Continue reading
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
Posted in David, discipleship, leadership, obedience, Solomon
Tagged 1 Chronicles 28
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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
Posted in commitment, David, discernment, leadership, Solomon
Tagged 1 Chronicles 27
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