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WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF 1&2 CHRONICLES?
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1 Chronicles 9
Memorise 1 Chronicles 16:29 "worship the LORD in the beauty of holiness"
WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF 1&2 CHRONICLES?
To be able to fully appreciate the books of 1 and 2 Chronicles, it is important that we understand the context, timeframe and purpose of the book. Whilst the books of Samuel and Kings are books that simply chronologically record the history of Israel, Chronicles is a book written in retrospect. As you read 1 Chronicles 9, you would realize that the Babylonian captivity is actually noted there. The names listed here are actually of those who returned from the exile. Reading the last few verses in 2 Chronicles 36:22-23, we see the return to Jerusalem being recorded as well. This would indicate that this book was actually written after the Jews had returned from captivity. Ezra is widely considered to be the author of these two books, as a scribe of the law whose concern for the people was that they would obey the law of God and walk with Him. Most of the people he was writing to had never seen Jerusalem before in their lives, having grown up in Babylon. They had never experienced temple worship, served any Hebrew king, witnessed the wonderful miracles of the past that God had shown to His people when He defended them against their enemies, nor seen the glory of the Lord fill the temple.
The message of Chronicles is clear. It was written to instruct them in and remind them of the great spiritual heritage that they as the children of God shared. Returning to a land that was their home and yet foreign, facing a future that was exciting and yet bleak, they had to be encouraged and exhorted to not make the mistakes that their forefathers had made, so they could once again be a people that would find favour with God.
Thus as you read through the books of Chronicles, you would see a focus on obedience. This would be key for them if they want to carry on living in the land with God’s blessings. Captivity happened because their fathers turned away from the Lord, and now as they return to Jerusalem and try to build back the lives that they had lost, they would certainly need God with them. Temple worship is emphasized as well, as we see David preparing, Solomon building, and the various kings either using or neglecting the temple. This would be vital in their relationship with God, for it always begins with a right attitude of worship. As we read these two books, may we commit ourselves to worshipping God aright as well.
Thought: Obedience is the key to seeking after God’s blessings.
Prayer: Lord may You help me to trust and obey!
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1 Chronicles 9
Memorise 1 Chronicles 16:29 "worship the LORD in the beauty of holiness"
WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF 1&2 CHRONICLES?
To be able to fully appreciate the books of 1 and 2 Chronicles, it is important that we understand the context, timeframe and purpose of the book. Whilst the books of Samuel and Kings are books that simply chronologically record the history of Israel, Chronicles is a book written in retrospect. As you read 1 Chronicles 9, you would realize that the Babylonian captivity is actually noted there. The names listed here are actually of those who returned from the exile. Reading the last few verses in 2 Chronicles 36:22-23, we see the return to Jerusalem being recorded as well. This would indicate that this book was actually written after the Jews had returned from captivity. Ezra is widely considered to be the author of these two books, as a scribe of the law whose concern for the people was that they would obey the law of God and walk with Him. Most of the people he was writing to had never seen Jerusalem before in their lives, having grown up in Babylon. They had never experienced temple worship, served any Hebrew king, witnessed the wonderful miracles of the past that God had shown to His people when He defended them against their enemies, nor seen the glory of the Lord fill the temple.
The message of Chronicles is clear. It was written to instruct them in and remind them of the great spiritual heritage that they as the children of God shared. Returning to a land that was their home and yet foreign, facing a future that was exciting and yet bleak, they had to be encouraged and exhorted to not make the mistakes that their forefathers had made, so they could once again be a people that would find favour with God.
Thus as you read through the books of Chronicles, you would see a focus on obedience. This would be key for them if they want to carry on living in the land with God’s blessings. Captivity happened because their fathers turned away from the Lord, and now as they return to Jerusalem and try to build back the lives that they had lost, they would certainly need God with them. Temple worship is emphasized as well, as we see David preparing, Solomon building, and the various kings either using or neglecting the temple. This would be vital in their relationship with God, for it always begins with a right attitude of worship. As we read these two books, may we commit ourselves to worshipping God aright as well.
Thought: Obedience is the key to seeking after God’s blessings.
Prayer: Lord may You help me to trust and obey!
Posted in Teens RPG