Bible Chapter: I Chronicles 27 & 28

Because the Bible is practical, here are some statements to get you thinking.

1.  Write one or two key thoughts that come from today’s reading.
    We see here the continuation of the organization of the nation and those who would serve and what their responsibilities would be. It was very well organized.
    Probably some of the most important verses in the Bible are found in chapter 28. They are extremely critical and beneficial to every person.  As King David was giving instructions to his son, Solomon, who would succeed him as king, he very specifically instructed him to keep God’s commandments and seek to know God.  28:8-9 give us these very important commands.  Be careful to follow all of God’s commands.  Serve God with all your heart.  Get to know God.  These commands will make any person’s life better.  Obedience and faithfulness to God will make the difference.  Knowing God, knowing about Him and living in close fellowship with Him will give a reason to get up in the morning.  To desire God puts a person on the right road for life and eternity.  These verses are a challenge for us all to walk in obedience and righteousness.

2.  What can I apply in my life from the reading?
    We learn from history that when Solomon became king he followed these commands.  Unfortunately, he didn’t follow them closely for his whole life.  He got caught up with the power and wealth of the kingship and drifted far from God.  The application is not that we start strong, but that we finish strong.  The testimonies of people who have finished strong show us the reality of Who God is and what a blessing it is to serve God till the end.

3.  How can I help someone?
    When a person is going through a challenge in life, it is easy to get sidetracked from the goal and get on the wrong road.  I want to help people keep their focus and keep walking towards the Lord.