Category Archives: leadership
such a thing as this
Ezra 7 Ezra finally shows up in the book with his name on it. He thanks God for putting “such a thing as this” in the heart of king Artaxerxes. Was it simply benevolence that God put on the king’s … Continue reading
spheres of influence
2 Chronicles 26 One of the lessons Uzziah learned (the hard way) was that faithfulness to the LORD does not mean doing all that you can do. It means following the LORD within the limits of one’s own gifting and … Continue reading
leader leaders
2 Chronicles 24 Joash appeared to be a great and faithful ruler, but once Jehoiada the priest dies, his true character is revealed, and his fate with it. While Jehoiada was alive, Joash concentrated on preserving and repairing God’s house, … Continue reading
an imperfect union
2 Chronicles 10 God’s judgment upon the house of David prophesied by Ahijah began in this way: the LORD allowed Rehoboam to refuse to listen to his people. That was all that was needed for the union to unravel. It … Continue reading
evaluation results
2 Chronicles 9 The queen of Sheba examined all the aspects of Solomon’s rule and life and concluded that God loved Israel, so set him up as their king. Her evaluation of Solomon’s leadership was a reflection not on his … 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
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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
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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
save the king
Psalm 20 This psalm is a prayer from God’s people for their king. They appeal to the LORD to enter into the plans and purposes of their king and give him salvation (success and deliverance when he faces trouble). They … Continue reading
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