FIRST CHRONICLES BOOK 13 FIRST CHRONICLES . . BOOK 13 FIRST CHRONICLES . . First Chronicles focuses on the history of Israel, particularly emphasizing the lineage of David and the coming Messiah, and God's plan for restoration after the exile. It begins with genealogies from Adam to David, then details David's reign, his preparations for the temple, and his arrangement of Levites and priests. The book aims to inspire hope and faith in God among those who are hurting after the exile, highlighting God's faithfulness and the promise of a future messianic king. Here's a more detailed breakdown: Genealogies and Early History:1 Chronicles 1-9 provides extensive genealogical lists, tracing the lineage of key figures and tribes, including Adam, Noah, Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob (Israel). This section establishes the foundation of Israel's history and emphasizes God's covenantal promises. David's Reign and Preparations:The book then shifts to the reign of David, focusing on his leadership, his preparation for building the temple, and his organization of the Levites and priests. Emphasis on Worship and the Temple:1 Chronicles emphasizes the importance of worship and the temple as central to Israel's faith and God's presence. David's Legacy and the Coming Messiah:The Chronicler portrays David as a type of the coming Messiah, emphasizing God's dynastic promise and the hope for a future messianic king who will restore the temple and God's kingdom. Post-Exilic Audience: The book was likely written after the Babylonian exile, addressing the concerns of the returning Israelites and offering them hope and encouragement. In essence, 1 Chronicles provides a revised retelling of Israel's history, focusing on key figures, especially David, and emphasizing the hope for a future messianic king and a restored temple. BOOK THIRTEEN. FIRST CHRONICLES BOOK 13. CHAPTERS 1 THRU 29. . . . . BOOK THIRTEEN. FIRST CHRONICLES BOOK 13. CHAPTERS 1 THRU 29. . . . . BOOK THIRTEEN. FIRST CHRONICLES BOOK 13. CHAPTERS 1 THRU 29. . . . . BOOK THIRTEEN. FIRST CHRONICLES CHAPTER `1. Adam, Seth, Noah, Shem, Eber, Abraham; Abraham's sons were Isaac and Ishmael; Isaac's sons were Esau and Israel. Kings ruled in Edom. BOOK THIRTEEN. FIRST CHRONICLES CHAPTER `2. Judah's line led to Obed, Jesse and David. Caleb was son of Hezron; Jerahmeel was firstborn of Hezron. Caleb's line were the Kenites. BOOK THIRTEEN. FIRST CHRONICLES CHAPTER `3. David had six sons at Hebron, four by Bathshua and nine others. Solomon's line led to Jeconiah, and then to the sons of Elioenai. BOOK THIRTEEN. FIRST CHRONICLES CHAPTER `4. Reaiah's sons were the Zorathites; God blessed Jabez; Shelah's sons worked for the king. Simeon's line went to Gedor to seek pasture. BOOK THIRTEEN. FIRST CHRONICLES CHAPTER `5. Reuben lost his birthright; his sons lived in Gilead. The sons of Gad and the sons of Manasseh lived in Bashan until the captivity. BOOK THIRTEEN. FIRST CHRONICLES CHAPTER `6. Levi's sons were Gershon, Kohath and Merari. The musicians were Heman and Asaph. Aaron's sons made offerings. They were given cities. BOOK THIRTEEN. FIRST CHRONICLES CHAPTER `7. Issachar's sons were 87,000. Benjamin's sons were Bela, Beker and Jediael. Ephraim's line led to Joshua. Asher's sons were 26,000. BOOK THIRTEEN. FIRST CHRONICLES CHAPTER `8. Benjamin was father of Bela, Ashbel, Aharah, Nohah and Rapha; Ner's line was Kish, Saul, Jonathan; the sons of Ulam were mighty men. BOOK THIRTEEN. FIRST CHRONICLES CHAPTER `9. Jerusalem was resettled by Judah, Benjamin, Ephraim and Manasseh; there were priests and Levite gatekeepers. Kish was father of Saul. BOOK THIRTEEN. FIRST CHRONICLES CHAPTER 10. The Philistines fought Israel and Saul fell on his sword. The Israelites fled. Saul died for his unfaithfulness against the LORD. BOOK THIRTEEN. FIRST CHRONICLES CHAPTER 11. The elders anointed David king. David's mighty men included the three who brought him water from Bethlehem. Abishai led the thirty. BOOK THIRTEEN. FIRST CHRONICLES CHAPTER 12. Benjaminites and Gadites went over to David at Ziklag. David made them officers. People kept coming until there was a great army. BOOK THIRTEEN. FIRST CHRONICLES CHAPTER 13. David said, "Let us bring the ark back." As they carried the ark Uzzah steadied it and was struck down. David took it to Obed-edom. BOOK THIRTEEN. FIRST CHRONICLES CHAPTER 14. David had more children. The Philistines attacked; David inquired of God and when he heard marching in the trees he defeated them. BOOK THIRTEEN. FIRST CHRONICLES CHAPTER 15. David told the Levites to carry the ark. Heman, Asaph and Ethan were the musicians. The ark was brought into the city of David. BOOK THIRTEEN. FIRST CHRONICLES CHAPTER 16. They made offerings and David appointed singers. "Give thanks to the LORD; He is greatly to be praised!" Asaph ministered each day. BOOK THIRTEEN. FIRST CHRONICLES CHAPTER 17. The LORD said to Nathan, "Tell David: I will establish your house; your son will build my house." David prayed, "Who am I, O LORD?" BOOK THIRTEEN. FIRST CHRONICLES CHAPTER 18. David defeated the Philistines, the Moabites, King Hadadezer, the Arameans and the Edomites. He reigned over Israel with justice. BOOK THIRTEEN. FIRST CHRONICLES CHAPTER 19. The King of Ammon humiliated David's servants and hired the Arameans for war. Joab defeated them and David defeated King Hadadezer. BOOK THIRTEEN. FIRST CHRONICLES CHAPTER 20. Joab besieged Rabbah and David took the plunder. War broke out with the Philistines and David and his men killed the giants. BOOK THIRTEEN. FIRST CHRONICLES CHAPTER 21. Satan led David to count the Israelites. God sent a plague and a destroying angel. David bought Ornan's field and made offerings. BOOK THIRTEEN. FIRST CHRONICLES CHAPTER 22. David told Solomon: "The LORD has said that you will build his temple. I have provided materials." He ordered the leaders to help. BOOK THIRTEEN. FIRST CHRONICLES CHAPTER 23. David made Solomon king over Israel. He organised the Levites into the sons of Gershon, Kohath and Merari to serve in the temple. BOOK THIRTEEN. FIRST CHRONICLES CHAPTER 24. The sons of Aaron were priests. David organised the sons of Eleazar and Ithamar by lot. The rest of the Levites also cast lots. BOOK THIRTEEN. FIRST CHRONICLES CHAPTER 25. The sons of Asaph, Heman and Jeduthun prophesied with music. 288 were trained in singing to the LORD. They cast lots for duties. BOOK THIRTEEN. FIRST CHRONICLES CHAPTER 26. The sons of Obed-edom, Meshelemiah and Hosah were gatekeepers. Ahijah, Zetham, Joel, Shubael and Shelomith oversaw the treasuries. BOOK THIRTEEN. FIRST CHRONICLES CHAPTER 27. Divisions of 24,000 men were on duty month by month. There was a chief officer over each tribe. Joab was the commander of the army. BOOK THIRTEEN. FIRST CHRONICLES CHAPTER 28. David assembled the leaders and said, "The LORD has chosen Solomon to build his house." He gave Solomon the plans for the temple. BOOK THIRTEEN. FIRST CHRONICLES CHAPTER 29. The leaders gave offerings. David prayed, "Yours is the kingdom, O LORD. Of your own have we given you." David died at an old age. . . . . . 29 . . . . . This is the end of the book of FIRST CHRONICLES. Thank you for listening. Please join us again at your earliest convenience. This is the end of the book of FIRST CHRONICLES. Thank you for listening. Please join us again at your earliest convenience. . . . . . . . . . .