Saul Weinreb - Let the Prophets Speak

Chronicles 1:24 - The Kohanim Divide Into Groups

David oversees the establishment of the 24 groups of Kohanim (Priests).

Chronicles 1:23 - The Levites Get Their Jobs

David prepares the temple staff according to their families.

Chronicles 1:22 - David Gives Solomon His Assignment

David is not the one to build the Temple, as he is a man of war and subjugation of others.  Solomon will be the one to build the Temple to spread the glory of God throughout the world.

Chronicles 1:21b - The Site of the Temple is Chosen

David is instructed to build an altar to God at the site of the granary of Arnon the Jebusite. The site is then established as the future site of the Temple, representing the importance of humility for our leadership.

Chronicles 1:21a - David's Tragic Decision

David allows pride into his heart and he makes a terrible mistake. As a result the people suffer a horrific plague.

Chronicles 1:20 - Ammon and the Philistine Giants are Subdued

We read of the final subjugation of Ammon by David's forces, and the Philistine giants who continue to rebel against David's rule.

Chronicles 1:19 - Overtures of Peace Are Rebuffed

Despite David's attempt at establishing peaceful relations with Ammon, the Ammonites choose to fight instead. This results in another military victory for David against the Arameans who came to help the Ammonites.

Chronicles 1:18 - Israel Becomes a Regional Power

Through military conquest and strategic alliances, David establishes Israel as a regional powerhouse.

Chronicles 1:17b - David's Humble Prayer

David approaches God in humility, and get's no response from God Himself. But sometimes silence is the best response.

Chronicles 1:17a - I Don't Need a House!

David wants to build a temple for God but God has other ideas.