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And he said, “If the Syrians are too strong for me, then you shall help me, but if the Ammonites are too strong for you, then I will help you. Be strong, and let us use our strength for our people and for the cities of our God, and may the LORD do what seems…
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So Hanun took David’s servants and shaved them and cut off their garments in the middle, at their hips, and sent them away; and they departed. When David was told concerning the men, he sent messengers to meet them, for the men were greatly ashamed. And the king said, “Remain at Jericho until your beards…
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But the princes of the Ammonites said to Hanun, “Do you think, because David has sent comforters to you, that he is honoring your father? Have not his servants come to you to search and to overthrow and to spy out the land?” 1 Chronicles 19:3 Driving out of the cities recently, with my family…
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Oh give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; for his steadfast love endures forever! 1 Chronicles 16:34 I have a memory from when I was quite young of being burned – or nearly burned – by sweet potatoes. I was only three or four years old, so my memory may be a little…
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For all the gods of the peoples are worthless idols, but the LORD made the heavens. 1 Chronicles 16:26 If you’re unfamiliar with Minnesota winters, it’s common to see vehicles driving on our frozen lakes. Every year then, out of the thousands of drivers, there are a few cars that go through the ice. Recently,…
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And as the ark of the covenant of the LORD came to the city of David, Michal the daughter of Saul looked out of the window and saw King David dancing and celebrating, and she despised him in her heart. 1 Chronicles 15:29 Can you remember a movie where you cheered for – or even…
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And they left their gods there, and David gave command, and they were burned. 1 Chronicles 14:12 Social media algorithms have been in the news a lot lately, with much of the discussion revolving around its impact on mental health and addiction. It’s no surprise that social media apps are highly motivated to provide us…
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And David inquired of God, “Shall I go up against the Philistines? Will you give them into my hand?” And the LORD said to him, “Go up, and I will give them into your hand.” 1 Chronicles 14:10  When I’m hungry and it’s time to eat, I need to make a decision. What should I…
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And the ark of God remained with the household of Obed-edom in his house three months. And the LORD blessed the household of Obed-edom and all that he had. 1 Chronicles 13:14 Recently, my adult daughter asked if I’d drive her to town to run an errand with her. I had a list of stuff…
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And David and all Israel were celebrating before God with all their might, with song and lyres and harps and tambourines and cymbals and trumpets. 1 Chronicles 13:8 Several times over the last few weeks, I’ve found myself in conversation with others about ICE, immigration, and politics. The conversations have been somewhat intense, with passionate…
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