DAVID PROCLAIMS Solomon his successor and announces the construction of the Temple. Interestingly, the account of Solomon’s anointing in 1 Chronicles skips over the rebellion of his half-brother, Adonijah (spoiler!).Continue Reading
AS DAVID approached the end of his life, he focused his efforts on handing power to Solomon and preparing things for the Temple. Today we read several Psalms from this time in David’s life and the details of how the priests and musicians were organized.Continue Reading
David’s census gets him in serious trouble with the Lord.Continue Reading
DAVID NEARS the end of his life as our chronological study of the Old Testament continues.Continue Reading
THE REBELLION of Absalom has been quashed but a new one rises up in its place.Continue Reading
THE REBELLION of Absalom comes to a quick and bitter end. The wise counsel of David’s former adviser, Ahitophel, is disregarded, giving David and his loyal forces much-needed time to regroup and rest.Continue Reading