Category Archives: Bible Reading

Praying for Wisdom

Second Chronicles 1 is a defining moment in the life of King Solomon. We find him in the night talking to God. God invites Solomon to ask for anything he wants. It is an unimaginable offer. A gift beyond price. … Continue reading

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Leaving a Legacy

Most parents want to give their children the best start possible. I know that this can mean different things. Some work hard to develop a business or build wealth to pass along. Some pass on dreams and plans that forever … Continue reading

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Seeking God

First Chronicles 12 paints a grand picture. Saul has died and Israel gathers to show support for David, the new king in Israel. Troops from each tribe come in support. Wise men, leaders, and seasoned warriors gather to feast and … Continue reading

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Mighty Men

I just have to say that from a male perspective (read a boy that never grew up), 1 Chronicles 11 has to be one of the most awesome chapters in the Bible. It introduces David’s “Mighty Men.” A group of … Continue reading

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The Background

Welcome to Embed the Bible 2014! This year we are reading together through the Chronicles and Prophets. Embedding the Bible is an important part of looking like Jesus. Remember that embed means, “to fix or retain in the mind and … Continue reading

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The End

We have reached the end of the year. Over the past 52 weeks, we have walked through the Wisdom Literature of the Bible. We have witnessed the vast array of human emotion. The heights of joy and the depths of … Continue reading

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Allegory

I believe that the Song of Solomon is the story of two people in love. It speaks of the emotional, physical, and spiritual impact that love can make in the lives of two people in a committed, marital relationship. But … Continue reading

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Love

Just mention the Song of Solomon and it seems like people start to giggle. The book deals with love. It can be almost “sappy” in its romantic language. In reality, the Song of Solomon is a love poem, or possibly … Continue reading

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Two Wolves

There is an old Native American story about a grandfather and his grandson. There once was an old Cherokee who one evening told his grandson about a battle that goes on inside people. He said, “My son, the battle is … Continue reading

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Eternity

By now you are familiar with the phrase “beneath the sun” (or “under the sun”). The writer of Ecclesiastes uses the phrase to describe the life we live here on earth. It is a description of how we live within … Continue reading

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