1 Kings 2; 1 Chronicles 29; Romans 7
David's repeated admonition to Solomon to "be strong and show yourself a man, and keep the charge of the Lord your God, walking in his ways and keeping his statutes" (1 Kings 2:2-3) underscores the necessity of courage and strength for Solomon. From the very beginning of his reign, Solomon required courage and decisiveness in dealing with the matters entrusted to him by his father, such as handling Joab, Abiathar, and Shimei, who had supported Adonijah. Solomon's reign quickly became established: "So Solomon sat on the throne of David, his father, and his kingdom was firmly established" (1 Kings 2:12).
His meticulous preparations mark David's final days and reign for building the temple. He amassed vast stores of gold, silver, and other precious materials. Furthermore, he called on the people and their leaders to sacrificially participate in this endeavor. This call was met with a powerful response of generosity: "Then the people rejoiced because they had offered so willingly, for they made their offering to the Lord with a whole heart" (1 Chronicles 29:9).
In concluding his life, David sincerely acknowledges his dependence on God: "For we are strangers before you and sojourners, as all our fathers were. Our days on the earth are like a shadow, and there is no abiding" (1 Chronicles 29:15). David's final recorded prayer is especially poignant: "O Lord, the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Israel, our fathers, keep forever such purposes and thoughts in the hearts of your people, and direct their hearts toward you" (1 Chronicles 29:18).
Continuing to describe the power of the Gospel to save, Paul addresses another crucial question in Romans 7. Recall that in the first two chapters, he explains that all, both Jews and Gentiles, are under sin and condemnation. In the third chapter, he presents the essence of the Gospel—salvation by the imputed righteousness of Christ by grace through faith in Him. In the fourth chapter, Paul illustrates that Abraham and David were also saved by imputed righteousness through faith. The fifth chapter contrasts the effect of sin on all descendants of fallen Adam with the effect of righteousness on all born of Christ. The sixth chapter argues that justification by faith does not lead to a life of sin but rather to a genuine struggle against it.
In Romans 7, Paul delves into the details of our struggle with sin. First, he explains the function of the law: it exposes sin by showing how specific actions deviate from God's will (Romans 7:7). Second, he states that in Jesus Christ, "we have died to the law through the body of Christ, so that we may belong to another, to him who has been raised from the dead" (Romans 7:4). We are no longer slaves to the law and sin. Third, Paul acknowledges that sin continues to dwell in our yet unredeemed bodies (Romans 7:18). This leads Christians to a constant battle against the sinful tendencies still active within us (Romans 7:22-24). However, through Jesus Christ, we find strength and victory in this struggle (Romans 7:25). This theme is elaborated in the following chapter.
From the pastor:
Submit a question for the program “The Bible Speaks” at the following link:
http://forms.gle/AgnZhpUp2iU1i7Jf6
Grace Songs App
Here you will find songs with chords and sheet music.
Link for Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/grace-songs/id6444182042
Link for Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.gracesongs&hl=en_US&gl=US
I would be glad if these resources would be helpful to you!
His meticulous preparations mark David's final days and reign for building the temple. He amassed vast stores of gold, silver, and other precious materials. Furthermore, he called on the people and their leaders to sacrificially participate in this endeavor. This call was met with a powerful response of generosity: "Then the people rejoiced because they had offered so willingly, for they made their offering to the Lord with a whole heart" (1 Chronicles 29:9).
In concluding his life, David sincerely acknowledges his dependence on God: "For we are strangers before you and sojourners, as all our fathers were. Our days on the earth are like a shadow, and there is no abiding" (1 Chronicles 29:15). David's final recorded prayer is especially poignant: "O Lord, the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Israel, our fathers, keep forever such purposes and thoughts in the hearts of your people, and direct their hearts toward you" (1 Chronicles 29:18).
Continuing to describe the power of the Gospel to save, Paul addresses another crucial question in Romans 7. Recall that in the first two chapters, he explains that all, both Jews and Gentiles, are under sin and condemnation. In the third chapter, he presents the essence of the Gospel—salvation by the imputed righteousness of Christ by grace through faith in Him. In the fourth chapter, Paul illustrates that Abraham and David were also saved by imputed righteousness through faith. The fifth chapter contrasts the effect of sin on all descendants of fallen Adam with the effect of righteousness on all born of Christ. The sixth chapter argues that justification by faith does not lead to a life of sin but rather to a genuine struggle against it.
In Romans 7, Paul delves into the details of our struggle with sin. First, he explains the function of the law: it exposes sin by showing how specific actions deviate from God's will (Romans 7:7). Second, he states that in Jesus Christ, "we have died to the law through the body of Christ, so that we may belong to another, to him who has been raised from the dead" (Romans 7:4). We are no longer slaves to the law and sin. Third, Paul acknowledges that sin continues to dwell in our yet unredeemed bodies (Romans 7:18). This leads Christians to a constant battle against the sinful tendencies still active within us (Romans 7:22-24). However, through Jesus Christ, we find strength and victory in this struggle (Romans 7:25). This theme is elaborated in the following chapter.
From the pastor:
Submit a question for the program “The Bible Speaks” at the following link:
http://forms.gle/AgnZhpUp2iU1i7Jf6
Grace Songs App
Here you will find songs with chords and sheet music.
Link for Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/grace-songs/id6444182042
Link for Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.gracesongs&hl=en_US&gl=US
I would be glad if these resources would be helpful to you!
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