Category Archives: David

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

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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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He will remember

Psalm 22 It is difficult to extract this psalm from the Christian tradition that surrounds it since many of its words were fulfilled by Christ on the cross.  But it is important to see the psalm in its original context.  … Continue reading

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no secular jobs

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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confidence in the king

Psalm 21 This psalm continues to celebrate the triad of the LORD, the king, and his people.  The people remind the LORD that their king rejoices in his salvation.  They remind the king that the LORD will destroy his enemies, … Continue reading

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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