Category Archives: 1 Chronicles

In God We Trust

Posted on March 11, 2013 by Mark Shields

David began to trust in his own powers rather than trusting in God. God was displeased with David in 1 Chronicles 20:1-21:13 as he counted his fighting men. He was proud of his own accomplishments rather than appreciating that it … Continue reading →

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Questions for Reflection – 1 Chronicles 20-23

Posted on March 10, 2013 by Mark Shields

Over the last few weeks, the journey has taken me through 1 Chronicles 17–19. I studied about David who was in search for a place to put the Arc of the Covenant but God gave David a different plan. Many … Continue reading →

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Offering Sympathy

Posted on March 8, 2013 by Mark Shields

Reading from 1 Chronicles 19, I like how David handled the situation with his servants. He immediately empathized with their humiliation and let them stay in Jericho till they could get their confidence back. A leader wants their people to … Continue reading →

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Empathy of David

Posted on March 7, 2013 by Mark Shields

Nahash was king of the Ammonites and friend of David’s when he was fleeing Saul. As recorded in 1 Chronicles 19, David considered him an ally and friend and sent a delegation to morn his death. His son Hanum assumed … Continue reading →

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Give God Glory for Spiritual Victories

Posted on March 6, 2013 by Mark Shields

The Lord gave David victory everywhere he went and David gave God all the Glory. Because of Christ, we have spiritual victories today. I found this video that inspires this thought. Simply click this link: Give You Glory – Jeremy … Continue reading →

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