Category Archives: David

work hard … and trust God

Posted on January 18, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

1 Chronicles 18-20 These chapters record David’s battles with and victories over the Syrians, Ammonites and Philistines during his reign as king of Israel.  Times were not easy for the Israelites, but they did rise to the challenge.  Joab’s instructions … Continue reading →

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a beautiful inheritance

Posted on January 17, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

Psalm 16 David had chosen the right life, and sees now that it has gained him a beautiful inheritance.  Instead of running after another God, he chose to join the saints in the land who were faithful to the LORD.  … Continue reading →

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a house for the LORD

Posted on January 17, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

1 Chronicles 17 It began in David’s heart as he noticed that he was living in a fine cedar house, but the presence of the LORD (as symbolized by the ark) was residing in a tent.  David wanted to build … Continue reading →

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taking up residence

Posted on January 16, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

Psalm 15 If a person simply wants a reputation of godliness, that can be bought.  But if he wants to actually be godly – to live like his heavenly father – he will have to convert…   his walk his … Continue reading →

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staying connected

Posted on January 16, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

1 Chronicles 16:4-43 The worship that David had organized for the movement of the ark now becomes a regular daily tradition.  The ark is now in Jerusalem, where David lives.  The tabernacle with the altar for sacrifice is still in … Continue reading →

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godless oppressors

Posted on January 15, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

Psalm 14 The fools that David has in mind in particular are the godless oppressors of Israel.  They do what they want to do, and don’t think anyone can stop them.  They “eat up” God’s people (4).  But there is … Continue reading →

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when God shows up

Posted on January 15, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

1 Chronicles 15:1-16:3 Getting it right took a great deal of cooperation and attention to detail, but David was determined to correct his former mistake.  The ark of the covenant belonged in Jerusalem.  Following the rules meant bringing the ark … Continue reading →

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I will sing

Posted on January 14, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

Psalm 13 There are some days you just don’t feel like rejoicing or singing.  There are some days – and today may be one of them for you – when you come to the end of the day and lament … Continue reading →

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God’s will and his way

Posted on January 14, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

1 Chronicles 14 In each of the battles described in this chapter, the Philistines made a raid in the valley, and David responded by first praying for God’s will.  In each case, God’s will was the same, but the means … Continue reading →

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guard us from this generation

Posted on January 13, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

Psalm 12 This community lament is the result of a people who look for leaders they can trust, and discover that they have disappeared.  The people are forced to pray to God for protection, not just from foreign enemies, but … Continue reading →

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