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    May 4th Chronological Bible Readings

    1 Chronicles 26:1-28:21
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    It is interesting to read about the various gatekeepers, treasurers, officials, military commanders and leaders in today’s First Chronicle readings!  In some ways it is sad to read about how well organized things were – knowing that the destruction of Jerusalem and the Temple and the exile to Babylon is coming up.  All of this organization will be destroyed.  Why?  Because of sin.  Sin destroys.  Sin kills.  So sad.  It is true that the lineage from Abraham to Judah to David will of course continue through to Jesus and now to us as spiritual descendants.  But, the nation of Israel at this time of First Chronicles, with all of it’s great organization, will later fall because the leaders and people will turn their backs on God in sin.  In disobedience.  Is there a lesson for us in this today?  Do you see the dangers of sin?  Of how it can destroy everything you hold dear?  Please – flee from sin.  Jesus can set you free from the bondage of sin.  Don’t lose everything you hold dear to something as stupid as sin.  Sin will sell you lies and leave you with nothing.

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    Our readings today set the transition scene nicely in First Chronicles 28 verses 1 & 2: “David summoned all his officials to Jerusalem–the leaders of the tribes, the commanders of the twelve army divisions, the other generals and captains, the overseers of the royal property and livestock, the palace officials, the mighty men, and all the other warriors in the kingdom. David rose and stood before them and addressed them as follows: “My brothers and my people!””  One thing that really stood out to me in David’s address to his officials today was his absolute passion for God’s Temple!  David was so passionate about making sure the Temple was prepared for his son Solomon to build it.  Yes, true, God gave David the plans for the Temple. 🙂 But… what about us in our lives today… does God give us any “plans” for our lives today?  What about the Bible?  Is the Bible a “plan” for our lives today that we should follow?  Below is an image from today’s readings of David addressing his officials:

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    Worship God: Today’s readings 1 Chronicles 29 reminded me of the fantastic song “Savior Please” by Josh Wilson. Here’s a great live version of Josh performing this song. Feel free to worship along!



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    Please join us in memorizing and meditating on a verse of Scripture today:  “David also said to Solomon his son, ‘Be strong and courageous, and do the work. Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the LORD God, my God, is with you. He will not fail you or forsake you until all the work for the service of the temple of the LORD is finished.’” 1 Chronicles 27:20 NIV


    Prayer Point: Pray for daily strength and courage in the power of the Holy Spirit.


    Comments from You:  What verses or insights stand out to you in today’s readings?  Please post up by clicking on the “Comments” link below!

    God bless,
    Mike

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    One response to “May 4th Chronological Bible Readings”

    1. Ramona Avatar
      Ramona

      I Chronicles 26:12-27:34
      Mike you wrote: “All of this organization will be destroyed. Why? Because of sin. Sin destroys. Sin kills. So sad.”
      As soon as I read your statement, I thought of something Paul wrote,
      Such wisdom does not come from above but is earthly, natural, demonic. For where there is jealousy and selfishness, there is disorder and every evil practice. But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, accommodating, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial, and not hypocritical. And the fruit that consists of righteousness is planted in peace among those who make peace.
      (Jam 3:15-18 NET.)
      God is order, sin is disorder because there is no truth in it. When I read how organized David was in assigning the men of Israel to temple and political duties, I was thinking how our church’s today could take a clue from David. I didn’t see the big picture showing how this order would soon fall apart because God would eventually be taken out of the Temple. The Temple to honor His name would be built, destroyed and rebuilt all because of sin and not because of an expansion project.
      Grace and peace,
      Ramona

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