Category Archives: David

good ideas

Posted on January 13, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

1 Chronicles 13 Transporting the ark of the covenant to Jerusalem was a good ide, but even good ideas can go wrong.  The presence of God was symbolized by the ark.  The punishment of Uzzah was God’s way of saying … Continue reading →

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the eyelid test

Posted on January 12, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

Psalm 11 David recalls times of danger, when he is warned to run to safety.  But he does not run.  He knows where his God is.  He knows what the LORD is up to.  God is testing him.  Even though … Continue reading →

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God helps those…

Posted on January 12, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

1 Chronicles 12 This chapter shows the strong support David received from the tribes of Israel after it became clear that he was God’s choice for king.  Thousands came to him, even from Benjamin – Saul’s tribe.  It was obvious … Continue reading →

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heroes

Posted on January 11, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

1 Chronicles 11 The chronicler details the support of David as he begins his reign in Jerusalem, highlighting the exploits of the mighty men.  Heroes in their own right, these men put themselves at David’s disposal, confirming his right to … Continue reading →

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the psalm of thrones

Posted on January 10, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

Psalm 9 God has rescued the king by sitting on his own throne, and giving righteous judgment against his enemies (4). The LORD sits enthroned forever, and has established justice (7).  Therefore it is right for his people to sing … Continue reading →

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the blame game

Posted on January 10, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

1 Chronicles 10 If Saul wanted to blame someone for his fate, there was quite a number of potential culprits.  He could blame David, the upstart who dared to upstage him.  He could blame Jonathan for siding with the opposition.  … Continue reading →

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praise and prediction

Posted on January 9, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

Psalm 8 David reflects on the glory of God manifested in his own life and leadership.  He thinks about his songs of worship, and praises God that he has used the words of a mere babe and infant to still … Continue reading →

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the pregnant man

Posted on January 8, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

Psalm 7 David talks about how the wicked man conceives evil, and is pregnant with mischief.  He is thinking of Cush the Benjaminite, who must have slandered him in some way.  David knows that eventually God will judge and punish … Continue reading →

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what really matters

Posted on January 7, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

Psalm 6 These are the words of a man who has some painful sickness, and fears that he will die from it.  Job was confident that his sickness was not a judgment of God, but this psalmist (David, according to … Continue reading →

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good night’s sleep

Posted on January 5, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

Psalm 4 What is the secret to getting a good night’s sleep in spite of an abundance of problems and cares?  For David, it was confidence in God.  He knew that the LORD had set him apart as a grace … Continue reading →

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