TODAY’S DAILY READING: 2 Chronicles 9-10 & Psalms 135-136
Old Testament: 2 Chronicles 9- Unraveling
2 Chronicles 9:6
“However I did not believe their words until I came and saw with my own eyes; and indeed the half of the greatness of your wisdom was not told me. You exceed the fame of which I heard.”
A person, standing at a distance and looking in at Solomon’s… Read More
2 Chronicles 10- Independence
2 Chronicles 10:4
“Your father made our yoke heavy; now therefore, lighten the burdensome service of your father and his heavy yoke which he put on us, and we will serve you.”
Solomon’s expansive building projects did not come cheaply, and had a devastating effect upon the nation of Israel. The people sat under a heavy … Read More
Psalm 136- Never Ending Mercy
Psalm 136:1
“Oh, give thanks to the Lord, for He is good! For His mercy endures forever.”
It has been suggested by many, this psalm was sung by the worship leaders of Israel, with the congregation serving as the choir. The Levites would sing a verse and the people would respond, “For… Read More
Jim Gallagher 