[:en]God appeared to sSolomon and told him to ask for whatever he wanted (v. 7). Solomon asked for wisdom so that he might lead the people (v. 10). The Lord was pleased so He not only gave him wisdom and knowledge but also wealth, riches and honor (v. 12).[:]
Category: Read Through The Bible
[:en]Thoughts from 1 Chronicles 29 [:]
[:en]David gave his personal treasures of gold and silver to the temple of God. He also challenged everyone to give freely and wholeheartedly to the Lord. He acknowledged that everything came from the Lord. The people acknowledged Solomon as king and pledged their submission to him. David died at good and old age with long… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from 1 Chronicles 29 [:]
[:en]Thoughts from 1 Chronicles 28[:]
[:en]The advices of Solomon to his son Solomon: “And you, my son Solomon, acknowledge to God of your father, and serve him with wholehearted devotion and with a willing mind, for the Lord searches every heart and understands every motive behind the thoughts. If you seek him, he will be found by you; but if… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from 1 Chronicles 28[:]
[:en]Thoughts from John 9[:]
[:en]Jesus healed a man born blind from birth. It is not because of sin that he was born blind but this happened so that the work of God might be displayed in his life. Sometimes we may not understand why unfortunate things happen to us. But remember that all things happen with his knowledge and… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from John 9[:]
[:en]Thoughts from 1 Chronicles 23 – 27[:]
[:en]David made his son Solomon king over Israel. He also gathered all the leaders of Israel and organized the temple work. He designated duties and responsibilities to all kinds of people: priests, Levites, singers, gatekeepers, treasurers and other officials, army, soldiers, officers of the tribes and the king’s overseers. Have you faithfully done your duty… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from 1 Chronicles 23 – 27[:]
[:en]Thoughts from 1 Chronicles 22[:]
[:en]David made extensive preparation for his son to build the temple. He provided all the materials needed: iron, bronze, gold, silver, logs, stones. His instructions to his son: (vs. 12-13, 19) To keep and observe the law of the Lord To be strong and courageous Do not be afraid or discouraged To devote his heart… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from 1 Chronicles 22[:]
[:en]Thoughts from John 8[:]
[:en]”If anyone of you is without sin, let him be the first to throw a stone at her” (v. 7) “I am the light of the world. Whoever follow me will never walk in darkness but will have the light of life” (v. 12) “Then you will know the truth and the truth will set… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from John 8[:]
[:en]Thoughts from John 7[:]
[:en]”If anyone is thirsty, let him come to me and drink. Whoever believes in me, streams of living water will flow from within him” (vs. 37-38)[:]
[:en]Thoughts from 1 Chronicles 21[:]
[:en]Satan incited David to take a census of Israel which showed his pride. The Lord was angry and commissioned Gad to tell David to take his choice from among the 3 punishments from God: 3 years of famine, 3 months of being swept away from his enemies, 3 days of plague in the land. David… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from 1 Chronicles 21[:]
[:en]Thoughts from 1 Chronicles 20[:]
[:en]Joab led the armed forces and attacked Rabbah in the land of Ammonites. David took the crown of the king and a great quantity of plunder. He brought out the people there and consigned them to labor. They also fought wars with the Philistines and killed Lahmi, the brother of Goliath.[:]