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Category Archives: commitment
tithing the tithe
Nehemiah 10 The people swear an oath of loyalty to the covenant, agreeing to do what the law requires. Among the requirements of this commitment was to give a tithe, and a tithe of the tithe went to the chambers … Continue reading
ending exploitation
Nehemiah 5 Everyone knew that the commitment to rebuild Jerusalem’s walls would involve hardship. What they did not count on, however, was the exploitation of the Jewish nobles and officials. They were taking advantage of the situation to exact interest … Continue reading
working in spite of challenges
Nehemiah 4 It was not easy doing the right thing. The builders had every reason to abandon the mission, and every enticement to return to the way things were. The threat of attack reduced by half the amount of people … Continue reading
significant times
Ezra 2 This tremendous event – the reoccupation of the homeland of Judah – was personally experienced by thousands who are listed here. Every now and then we experience a day or an event that we think might be very … Continue reading
forgetting our people
Psalm 45 These words are mostly addressed to the newly crowned king, praising him because God has blessed him with greatness. But the later verses (11-17) are addressed to the king’s bride. She is advised to forget her people and … 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
staying real
2 Chronicles 6 In essence, Solomon is calling on the LORD to be faithful to his promises to Israel – and his threatening when the nation rebels. His prayer highlights the real presence of God in the land, a presence … Continue reading
all hands on deck
2 Chronicles 5 There are times when everybody has to be present, because something significant is happening. The glorious entrance of the ark into the newly built temple was such a time. You get that impression as you read this … 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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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
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