As was the case in previous chapters, the victories of David and his army are attributed to YHWH. In both verses 6 and 13 it says, “Yahweh made David victorious wherever he went.” This is an important reminder because it shows YHWH’s power and His faithfulness to His promises, especially the covenant promises he made … Continue reading 1 Chronicles 18
1 Chronicles 17
First Chronicles 17 records the Davidic Covenant, also found in 2 Samuel 7. The vast majority of this section is identical to the 2 Samuel 7 passage, yet with one glaring omission—the discipline for sin. It seems the Chronicler, writing later than the author of Samuel, is clarifying what he knows to be the case, … Continue reading 1 Chronicles 17
1 Chronicles 16
As there is still no temple, David makes arrangements for Asaph and his family to remain with the ark and blow trumpets and sing regularly before the LORD (vv. 5-7). As the passage continues the Chronicler records a song, parts of which are reflected/used in Psalms 96, 105, and 106. The song is one of … Continue reading 1 Chronicles 16
1 Chronicles 15
After David’s obedience in chapter 14 to do “exactly as God commanded him,” David now seems prepared to move the ark of the covenant to Jerusalem. With care to the commands of the law (Num 4:15), David instructs the people that the Levites alone may carry the ark and he makes provision for them to … Continue reading 1 Chronicles 15
1 Chronicles 14
As the narrative continues, the Chronicler continues to highlight David’s successes, yet each time there is a reminder that the success is of the LORD 2: YHWH established him as king 2: YHWH exalted his kingdom 10: God promises to hand over the Philistines 11: God “bursts out” 15: God will march out to battle … Continue reading 1 Chronicles 14
