Tag: 1 Chronicles

[: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]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]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]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]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]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.[:]

[:en]When Nabash, king of the Ammonites died, David sent a delegation to express his sympathy to Hanum, the son of Nabash.   But Hanun doubted their intent and thought that they came to explore and spy their country.  So when David’s men came, he seized them, shaved them, cut their garments in the middle of the… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from 1 Chronicles 19 [:]

[:en]The Lord gave David victory against the Philistines (v. 1) Moabites (v. 2), Zobah (v. 3-4) Arameans (v. 5) and Edomites (v. 12).  Tou, king of Hammath sent his son Hadram and brought all kinds of articles of gold and silver and bronze to king David.  David dedicated those articles to the Lord. David’s Officials:… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from 1 Chronicles 18[:]

[: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[:]

[: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.[:]