[:en]God sent Nathan to tell David that he was not the one to build His temple. God will raise up his offspring to build His house. He promised not to take His love from him but will establish his kingdom forever and ever. David responded humbly by calling himself “servant”. He thanked God for the… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from 1 Chronicles 17[:]
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[:en]Thoughts from 1 Chronicles 16[:]
[:en]David’s Psalms of thanks focused on the Lord (v. 8). He reminded the people of God’s works (v. 12), His words (v. 15), His deeds (v. 24), His glory and strength (vs. 28-29). Let us worship God with praise, thanks and offerings.[:]
[:en]Thoughts from 1 Chronicles 15[:]
[:en]David had prepared a place for the Ark of God. He summoned the Levites to bring up the ark. This time, they carried the ark with the poles on their shoulder as Moses had commanded and in accordance with the word of the Lord (v. 15) . As the ark entered into the city of… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from 1 Chronicles 15[:]
[:en]Thoughts from 1 Chronicles 14[:]
[:en]David defeated the Philistines twice. His fame spread through every land and the Lord made all nations fear him.[:]
[:en]Thoughts from 1 Chronicles 13[:]
[:en]David brought back the Ark from Abinadab’s house on a new cart with the oxen carrying it. When the oxen stumbled, Uzzah reached out his hand to steady the ark. He was struck dead because he had touched the ark.[:]
[:en]Thoughts from “Light to My Path” (5/23/17)[:]
[:en]Scripture Reading: Romans 15:22-33 Biblical Truth: Poverty had been a problem in the church of Jerusalem since the earliest time (Acts 4:34, 6:1). So Paul challenged the church of Macedonia and Achaia to help the Christians in need at Jerusalem. He reminded them that the Jewish believers had shared the spiritual blessings of the gospel… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Light to My Path” (5/23/17)[:]
[:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (5/23/17)[:]
[:en]David always cried out to the Lord for help because he knew he could depend upon Him for deliverance. In Psalms 40:1-2, he said: “I waited patiently for the Lord to help me and he.. heard my cry. He lifted me out of the pit of despair, out of the mud and the mire”. God… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (5/23/17)[:]
[:en]Thoughts from “Light to My Path” (5/22/17)[:]
[:en]Scripture Reading: Romans 15:14-21 Biblical Truth: Paul was given the priestly duty by God to proclaim the gospel to the Gentiles. He displayed good attitude in his service and provided an example of good leadership. He knew how to affirm the work of others, treated the Christians at Rome as his brothers, and praise their… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Light to My Path” (5/22/17)[:]
[:en]Thoughts from “Light to My Path” (5/21/17)[:]
[:en]Scripture Reading: Psalms 113 Biblical Truth: Psalms 113 is a part of Egyptian “Hallel”. “Hale;” is a Hebrew word which means giving praise to someone or something great. Combine with the word “Jah”, which refers to God, “Hallelujah” refers to the greatness of God. The Psalms starts with the phrase “Praise the Lord” and ends… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Light to My Path” (5/21/17)[:]
[:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (5/22/17)[:]
[:en]God was pleased when Solomon asked wisdom instead of riches and fame. The scripture describes wisdom as a treasure more profitable than silver or gold. It is like sweetness of honey in the tongue (Prov. 24:13-14). And the source of wisdom is God. We gain wisdom when we read His Word. For a truly wise… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (5/22/17)[:]