May 3rd Chronological Bible Readings

1 Chronicles 23:1-25:31
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In First Chronicles chapter 24 today we read about the divisions of the priests and the Levites.  It is important to note that the priests and Levites had differing roles.  The priests actually performed the sacrifices whereas the Levites assisted the priests in their duties - including assisting in the sacrifices, playing music, baking goods, and care of the Tabernacle/Temple (to name a few things the Levites did).  Both priests and Levites were from the tribe of Levi, but the priests also had to be descendants of Aaron, the first high priest of Israel.  More details on the duties of the priests and Levites are at this link.

Ever wonder why we have music in church today?  First Chronicles 25 verse 1 could be where the stage is set for the tradition of music in our worship services! "David and the army commanders then appointed men from the families of Asaph, Heman, and Jeduthun to proclaim God's messages to the accompaniment of harps, lyres, and cymbals." Do you find music in church to be inspiring?  Do you worship God with music in church? Why do you suppose music moves people so profoundly in church?  Do you think music can bring people closer to Jesus?  Has music brought you closer to Jesus?

Worship God: Today's readings in 1 Chronicles reminded me of JJ Heller's song "Your Hands:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w-F6DGGF4Qs

Are you in God's Hands?  Click here to be held in His hands forevermore!

Please join us in memorizing and meditating on a verse of Scripture today:  "And so the Levites carried out their responsibilities for the tent of meeting, for the Holy Place and, under their relatives the descendants of Aaron, for the service of the temple of the LORD." 1 Chronicles 23:32 NIV

Prayer Point: Pray that you will carry out all of the responsibilities in your life that God gives you.

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

Comments

[Lily]

It is amazing how organized David was in assigning the priests and the Levities in performing their specific duties for God and His temple.

This reminds me of Christ church where we serve God in variety of ways, some in delivering the message of God, some in singing in the choir, some doing administrative work in the church office, some in working in missions, etc.

1 Corinthians 12:4-5

Now there are varieties of gifts, but the same Spirit; and there are varieties of service, but the same Lord.