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Today I read 2 Chronicles 28: Ahaz was not a good king. He worshipped and advocated for the worship of foreign gods, because he thought they helped his enemies defeat him. (archived audio)

I read 2 Chronicles 27 today: King Jotham did well, and he did not enter the temple as his father had done, so there was no notable failure at the end of his reign described in this short chapter. 🙂 (archived audio)

Today I read 2 Chronicles 26: King Uzziah did pretty well until he got too powerful, then he stopped listening to God and that was his downfall. He started to burn incense even though he was not a priest, and became angry when confronted about it. So God inflicted him with leprosy. (archived audio)

I read 2 Chronicles 25: Amaziah did not follow God wholeheartedly, and eventually worshipped the gods of his enemies, causing God to allow his eventual downfall. (archived audio)

I read 2 Chronicles 24: Joash became king and repaired the temple, and follows God’s direction while Jehoiada the priest was alive, but after his death, he took bad advice which led his people to worship other gods and be delivered into the hands of their enemies, then dying and being buried in disgrace. (archived… Continue reading September 10th

Today I read 2 Chronicles 23: Athalia was killed with the sword and the king’s son was declared the new king. The temple of Baal was torn down and sacrifices resumed in God’s temple according to God’s instructions. (archived audio)

Today I read 2 Chronicles 22: Ahaziah became king, and he did evil in God’s eyes. Jehu put him to death, and Ahaziah’s mom, Athaliah began to kill Ahaziah’s children, but Joah was rescued by Jehosheba for 6 years while Athalia reigned. (archived audio)

Today I listened to 2 Chronicles 21: After Jehoshaphat died, his son Jehoram became king, but he was not a good king. God did not snuff him out immediately, because he wanted to keep David’s family line alive, but Jehoram died after only eight years as king due to a disease that affected his bowels.… Continue reading September 6th

Today I read 2 Chronicles 20: Jehoshaphat consulted with God after learning that an enemy was coming to attack, and he obeyed the word sent through the prophet, so God fought the battle for him. His enemies were defeated. Later on, Jehoshaphat allied himself with a wicked king, so God spoke again through the prophet… Continue reading September 5th

I read 2 Chronicles 19: Jehoshaphat was king, and although he was previously allied with Ahab, God still saw some good in him, so He instructed him to let the chief priest direct the affairs of the Lord, and the leader of the tribe of Judah to direct the affairs of the king. He told… Continue reading September 4th

I read 2 Chronicles 18: Ahab, the king of Israel reluctantly allowed a prophet of God to speak, but did not believe him when he was told he would be killed in battle. Later he was killed in battle. (archived audio)

Today I read 2 Corinthians 17: Jehoshaphat sought God’s ways and followed His commands, getting rid of the Asherah poles, and removing the high places. His power and wealth increased too. He built forts and store cities, and enjoyed peace. (archived audio)

Today I read 2 Corinthians 2: Paul explained why he was not going to visit the Corinthians again this time, and distances himself from those who see the ministry as a profitable enterprise. (archived audio)

Today I read 2 Corinthians 1: We share in suffering and comfort together. God will deliver us. God set His Spirit on us as a guarantee of the future fulfillment of His promises. (archived audio)

Today I read 1 Corinthians 16: Money should be set aside to be given so that a special collection will not have to be made, when Paul visits. Timothy should be welcomed. Thanks for those who refreshed Paul and supported the church, grace and blessings for those who love the Lord and a curse for… Continue reading August 29th

Today I read 1 Corinthians 15: Paul explains the importance of believing that the dead can be raised because Jesus Christ was raised from the dead, and our faith hinges on that fact. (archived audio)

I read 1 Corinthians 14 today: Respect prophesy, and edify the church by interpreting those who speak in tongues, if that gift is used. Don’t elevate gifts when they do not help the church, like unintelligible words may do. Support having order and peace in your church services. (archived audio)

I read 2 Chronicles 16: King Asa stopped depending on God for help, and depended on his resources and relationships only, so God did not help him from the 36th year of his reign all the way until the day he died. (archived audio)

Today I read 2 Chronicles 15: Asa was encouraged by Azariah to have courage and align himself with God’s will, and he had peace for 35 years. (archived audio)

Today I read 2 Chronicles 14: Asa was a good king who revered the LORD, and called to God in battle, so his forces prevailed and prospered. (archived audio)

Today I read 2 Chronicles 13: Abijah became king and defeated Jeroboam in battle with God’s help. (archived audio)

Today I read 2 Chronicles 12: Rehoboam started off displeasing God, but later humbled himself, so he was a little good, and God’s mercy was shown to him. (archived audio)

Today I read 2 Chronicles 11: Rehoboam planned to go and fight against Jeroboam, but God said not to, so they went back and fortified and built up their cities defenses instead. (archived audio)

Today I read 2 Chronicles 10: Rehoboam consulted elders and friends about what he should do with the workers who asked for a break from the degree of hard labor they had been undergoing. His harsh answer led to his eventual downfall. (archived audio)

Today I read 2 Chronicles 9: Solomon reigned for forty years before his son assumed the kingdom. The Queen of Sheba was very impressed with his wisdom when she visited. (archived audio)

Today I read 2 Chronicles 8: Solomon sacrifices according to the law of Moses and built towns and fortified cities, settling people there. (archived audio)

Today I read 2 Chronicles 7: Solomon’s sacrifice was burned up with fire sent from heaven. God said to Solomon that he would dwell in the temple and listen to prayers offered from it unless His people turned away from God. (archived audio)

Today I read 2 Chronicles 6: Solomon prayed to God for the people of Israel and foreigners who call upon God’s name to be heard when they are in distress because of their sin. (archived audio)

Today I read 2 Chronicles 5: Solomon had all of the furnishings arranged where they were supposed to be and the ark placed under the cherubim. Worship and praise began. God filled the temple with a cloud of His presence, and the priests could not perform their duties because of it. (archived audio)

Today I read 2 Chronicles 4: Solomon had many objects made by Huram for the temple. Each item is described with detail. Courtyards were also made. There were many furnishings as well, and there were so many, that they were not even weighed. (archived audio)  

This morning I read 2 Chronicles 3: Solomon began to build the temple with gold covered wood and included two sculpted cherubim each with a 10 cubit wingspan that touched the walls and wing tips inside the temple. (archived audio)

I read 2 Chronicles 2 today: Solomon contacted Hiram, king of Tyre to request a large quantity of various materials and a very skilled craftsman. In exchange, the suppliers would be paid with wheat, barley, wine, and olive oil. (archived audio)

I read 2 Chronicles 1 today: God asked Solomon what he wanted now that his kingdom was firmly established, and he asked humbly for wisdom and knowledge to govern the vast innumerable group of people. God was pleased that he didn’t request riches, long life, or for the death of his enemies, so he also… Continue reading August 8th

I read 1 Chronicles 29: David gave lots of his own gold and personal treasures in addition to all the valuable supplies he collected for Solomon to use to build the temple for God, and others joined in with their giving, and sacrifices. Solomon was made king, and people were glad. (archived audio)

Today I read 1 Chronicles 28: David prepares Solomon for the task of building a temple for The LORD. (archived audio)

Today I read 1 Chronicles 27: Large groups of men were selected for military service by month. God punished the whole group when Joab started to count the number of men, but I am not certain why. (archived audio)

Today I read 1 Chronicles 26: Capable men were divided and designated as gatekeepers. Random chance was used to decide which people would guard each gate. (archived audio)

I read 1 Chronicles 25: 3 men and their descendants were set aside by David and the army commanders to perform the ministry of prophesying with musical accompaniment. A detailed list follows. (archived audio)

I read 1 Chronicles 24: Certain Levite descendant groups had an uneven amount of heads of families, so lots were cast to determine their divisions as leaders. (archived audio)

This morning I listened to 1 Corinthians 13: This chapter summarizes characteristics of love, listing qualities and words that align with it, then compares it to other important qualities such as faith and hope. (archived audio)

This morning I read 1 Corinthians 12: Paul explains that each part of the church is still part of the whole body, and has a different purpose, being designed by God for a reason. (archived audio)

Today I read 1 Corinthians 11: It seems that Paul would like men to not cover their heads, and would like women to cover their heads, as well as to also have long hair, while men should not. This passage confuses me, because it seems to be a cultural practice, not a recommendation for christians… Continue reading July 28th

Today I listened to 1 Corinthians 10: Paul teaches the Corinthians to flee from temptations. He explains that 23,000 people died because they tested God’s patience by engaging in idolatry. There is a way out of falling into sin if we look for it. You can’t follow both God and demons at the same time.… Continue reading July 27th

Today I read 1 Corinthians 9: Paul is an apostle and confronts those who judge him for receiving money and food while ministering. He is not asking too much to make a living doing his role. Then he encourages the Corinthians to run the race to win, not running aimlessly and without direction. (archived audio)

Today I read 1 Chronicles 23: David got old and made his son Solomon king, then he organized people into a structure to have distinct roles in the new kingdom. (archived audio)

This morning I read 1 Chronicles 22: Building materials and craftspeople are gathered for the future building of the LORD’s temple. (archived audio)

I listened to 1 Chronicles 21 today: David was influenced by Satan to count the troops, and it made God angry with him. God made David choose his own punishment. (archived audio)

Today I read 1 Chronicles 18: David defeated the Philistines and was given gifts to congratulate his victory, which he dedicated to God. (archived audio)

Today I read 1 Chronicles 17: David felt guilty for living in a nice palace while God was in a tent. God was fine with the tent and was not complaining about it, but told David through the prophet Nathan what was to come. He would build a house for him, through his offspring. (archived… Continue reading July 18th

Today I read 1 Chronicles 16: David gave food to everyone and they all worshiped God, prepared sacrifices, and praised God with trumpets, then David went home to bless his family also. (archived audio)