Mario D.’s Journal
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2013
Dec 27
2 Chronicles 22:7
Through Ahaziah's visit to Joram, God brought about Ahaziah's downfall. When Ahaziah arrived, he went out with Joram to meet Jehu son of Nimshi, whom the Lord had anointed to destroy the house of Ahab.
Mario D. from Esperance, NY said:
Even when we thinks things could not get much worse, we have to realize that God is ultimately in charge. We do not have to concern ourselves regarding the rulers of the kingdoms of this world. We belong to a kingdom not of this world Jn. 18:36 whose government has no end.Is. 9:7.
2013
Dec 04
1 Chronicles 28:9
"And you, my son Solomon, acknowledge the God of your father, and serve him with wholehearted devotion and with a willing mind, for the Lord searches every heart and understands every desire and every thought. If you seek him, he will be found by you; but if you forsake him, he will reject you forever.
Mario D. from Esperance, NY said:
We cannot fool God, He knows us better than we do ourselves. This promise is wonderful but has a stern warning accompanying it that is quite fearful. When we look at the life of Solomon we see that he went widely astray but ultimately returned to the Lord. His summation of life is that all things are futilty if God is not the center. There are many distractions that may appear good in and of themselves but we must be careful not to be drawn away by our own lusts. GOD has given all things richly to enjoy and we must keep that in mind while we enjoy them.
2013
Dec 04
1 Chronicles 27:24
Joab son of Zeruiah began to count the men but did not finish. God's wrath came on Israel on account of this numbering, and the number was not entered in the book of the annals of King David.
Mario D. from Esperance, NY said:
David fell for the trap of pride that always goes before destruction. The wrath that came upon the people of God was a costly one causing seventy thousand to perish. When David repented and worshipped God the hand of the destoying angel was stayed, sparing Jerusalem. We must always be careful to keep our eyes on the one that brings blessing rather than the blessed ones.
2013
Dec 04
1 Chronicles 26:6
Obed-Edom's son Shemaiah also had sons, who were leaders in their father's family because they were very capable men.
Mario D. from Esperance, NY said:
Those of us that are parents are called to raise up our children in the nurture and admonition of the Lord. If we are successful in doing that then we can end our days with a sense of accomplishment. I would like to have my children say that I taught them to fear God an keep his commandments thereby fulfilling the full duty of man.
2013
Dec 03
1 Chronicles 25:1
David, together with the commanders of the army, set apart some of the sons of Asaph, Heman and Jeduthun for the ministry of prophesying, accompanied by harps, lyres and cymbals. Here is the list of the men who performed this service:
Mario D. from Esperance, NY said:
Apparently, these were to "speak or sing by inspiration of God in prediction or simple discourse" according to Strongs concordance ref # H5012. This is true prophetic worship. I belive God still wants to speak to His people in this manner and some room is being made for it in certain circles but it must be judged properly by the Word.
2013
Dec 03
1 Chronicles 24:19
This was their appointed order of ministering when they entered the temple of the Lord, according to the regulations prescribed for them by their ancestor Aaron, as the Lord, the God of Israel, had commanded him.
Mario D. from Esperance, NY said:
God is indeed a God of order and He brings order to the chaos of this world in which we live. Our lives ar oftentimes frenzied and chaotic, especially in this western civilization and the current "holiday" season will add to it all the more. Our first ministy is to the Lord and as we draw near to Him in worship, He will bring order to our lives.
2013
Nov 29
1 Chronicles 23:30
They were also to stand every morning to thank and praise the Lord. They were to do the same in the evening
Mario D. from Esperance, NY said:
I always say that you can't have a bd day if you give it to the one who gave it to you in the first place. Sure there will be trouble Matt. 6:34, Jn. 16:33 but don't worry and be cheerful in the instruction of Jesus.
2013
Nov 29
1 Chronicles 22:19
Now devote your heart and soul to seeking the Lord your God. Begin to build the sanctuary of the Lord God, so that you may bring the ark of the covenant of the Lord and the sacred articles belonging to God into the temple that will be built for the Name of the Lord."
Mario D. from Esperance, NY said:
Is this not what the Lord requires of us to our benefit. "Lord prepare me, to be a sanctuary, " as the modern hymn expresses, so that the presence of Almighty God (the ark) may be with us (we the temple of the Holy Sprit) 1 Thess. 5:23 may the God of peace sanctify you wholly that your spirit soul and body be peserved blameless at the coming of the Lord Jesus Christ. We have this treasure in earthen vessels and need to be ever mindful of the priviledge that it is.
2013
Nov 29
1 Chronicles 21:24
But King David replied to Araunah, "No, I insist on paying the full price. I will not take for the Lord what is yours, or sacrifice a burnt offering that costs me nothing."
Mario D. from Esperance, NY said:
A sacrifice that cost nothing is not a sacrifice at all. Are we willing to give til it hurts, go out of our way to help someone, or be undignified in our worship. Oftentimes I admit that's not the case for me and how I wish that wasn't so. Love for Jesus and others should surpass our comfort zones and I pray God He molds me and shapes me to truly worship in spirit and truth.
2013
Nov 26
1 Chronicles 20:3
and brought out the people who were there, consigning them to labor with saws and with iron picks and axes. David did this to all the Ammonite towns. Then David and his entire army returned to Jerusalem.
Mario D. from Esperance, NY said:
David shows compassion for his enemies here in commisioning them to rebuild their cities rather than leaving it in ruins. He could have left it in ruins but chose to have mercy, again showing the heart of a Godly king.
On Psalms 127:3 by Elena G.
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