"And he gathered all Judah and Benjamin, and the strangers with them out of Ephraim and Manasseh, and out of Simeon: for they fell to him out of Israel in abundance, when they saw that the LORD his God was with him." 2 Chronicles 15:9 (KJB) It is said of King Asa that he did …
When Evil Comes
"And he did evil, because he prepared not his heart to seek the LORD." 2 Chronicles 12:14 (KJB) Rehoboam is the one, the king, of whom the text speaks. He was Solomon's son, David's grandson; and he had no heart for God. O, he humbled himself when he realized he was about to lose it …
Fire Came Down
Just a thought. If the LORD of the Universe has given fire, which is His approval of the house, doesn't that mean that the LORD Himself has come down? Just a thought on my part. "Now when Solomon had made an end of praying, the fire came down from heaven, and consumed the burnt offering …
GOD… With Men on the Earth
"But will God in very deed dwell with men on the earth? Behold, heaven and the heaven of heavens cannot contain Thee; how much less this house which I have built!" 2 Chronicles 6:18 (KJB) This is part of the history of Israel as the remnant of returning Jews were reading it. Preparing for their …
What Would You Ask?
"In that night did God appear unto Solomon, and said unto him, 'Ask! What I shall give thee?'" 2 Chronicles 1:7 (KJB) How would you respond? The name "God" in the above verse is the plurality of God, meaning the whole of the Godhead - Father, Son, and Spirit came to Solomon to ask him, …
Remembering Mothers
Who can find a virtuous woman? For her price is far above rubies. The heart of her husband doth safely trust in her, so that he shall have no need of spoil. She will do him good and not evil all the days of her life. She seeketh wool, and flax, and worketh willingly with her hands. She …
The Census Not Counted
My Bible reading for today was 1 Chronicles 26 -27... "But David took not the number of them from twenty years old and under: because the LORD had said He would increase Israel like to the stars of the heavens." 1 Chronicles 27:23 (KJB) I will let some Bible Commentaries give their comments on this …
The Power of Music
I was thinking as I was reading through these genealogical records of the Levites, and their family that I was not going to find much for encouragement for the Christian in all this "Important for Israel" stuff. God is great, and God is good... And I thank Him every day for my sustenance and strength …
A Sacrifice
"And king David said to Ornan, Nay; but I will verily buy it for the full price: for I will not take that which is thine for the LORD, nor offer burnt offerings without cost." 1 Chronicles 21:24 (KJB) Let me share my thoughts on reading 1 Chronicles 20 - 22 this morning; especially verse …
Courageous and Valiant
"Be of good courage, and let us behave ourselves valiantly for our people, and for the cities of our God: and let the LORD do that which is good in His sight." 1 Chronicles 19:13 (KJB) The word "Valiant" is a word not frequently used in most of today's conversations. There are many good words …
…And Let the Earth Rejoice…
"Let the heavens be glad, and let the earth rejoice: and let men say among the nations, The LORD reigneth. Let the sea roar, and the fulness thereof: let the fields rejoice, and all that is therein. Then shall the trees of the wood sing out at the presence of the LORD, because He cometh to judge …
Ignorance and Good
"And David was afraid of God that day, saying, 'How shall I bring the ark of God home to me?'" 1 Chronicles 13:12 (KJB) There is an old saying that, "Ignorance is bliss." Not in the case we look at today though. The fear David experienced was due to his ignorance, or lack of concern …
Able and Faithful
Please read 1 Chronicles 9 - 10... "...Very able men for the work of the service of the house of God." 1 Chronicles 9:13 b (KJB) This is a word that is very true of many people of God who are genuine followers of Jesus Christ in the world today. God has called, equipped, and …
Archers
Reading Chapters 7 - 8 of 1 Chronicles for today... "And the sons of Ulam were mighty men of valour, archers, and had many sons, and sons' sons, an hundred and fifty. All these are of the sons of Benjamin." 1 Chronicles 8:40 (KJB) The question could be asked, "Are genealogies necessary for an individual …
They Put Their Trust in Him
Reading 1 Chronicles 5 - 6 today... "The sons of Reuben, and the Gadites, and half the tribe of Manasseh, of valiant men, men able to bear buckler and sword, and to shoot with bow, and skilful in war, were four and forty thousand seven hundred and threescore, that went out to the war. And they …
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