Tag Archives: Christ

The Sure Victory

Posted on March 5, 2013 by Mark Shields

Who is responsible for David’s military victories in 1 Chronicles 18? The Lord gave David victory everywhere he went and David gave God all the credit. He did what was just and right for his people.  The victories came as … Continue reading →

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Finding Out What God Wants From Us

Posted on February 28, 2013 by Mark Shields

In studying and writing about 1 Chronicles 17:1-15 in the previous post, David certainly wanted to do good but we must understand that what God wants from us might be different than what we want. We need to accept that … Continue reading →

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Who Will Build the House of God

Posted on February 27, 2013 by Mark Shields

Reading in 1 Chronicles 17:1-15, David was concerned about the Ark of the Covenant. He was settled in his palace while the ark was under a tent. His thoughts were about building a house for God to dwell in but … Continue reading →

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Questions for Reflection – 1 Chronicles 17-19

Posted on February 26, 2013 by Mark Shields

Over the last few weeks, we’ve been on a journey through 1 Chronicles 12 – 16 where we’ve studied the  life story of David; a young man many didn’t think had what it took yet with great faith and courage … Continue reading →

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Reasons for Praising God

Posted on February 21, 2013 by Mark Shields

The Arc of the Covenant would now be near them in a tabernacle and David delivers this psalm found in 1 Chronicles 16:7-43 as a thanks to God. This same Psalm is recorded again in Psalms 105:1-15; 96:1-13; 106:1, 47-48 … Continue reading →

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