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Insight Into Scripture 1 Chronicles 11:13

Today we start with David capturing Jerusalem, then chapter 12 goes deeper into the men that fought by David's side. David must have been an amazing leader to have all those men dedicate themselves to him.

Then in chapter 13 David brings back the Ark from Kiriath Jearim, a place where it rested 20 years. - Thanks Donna :-) - this is where Uzzah dies when he tried to save the Ark from falling. The Bible states that David was angry; I can imagine he was, he was trying to do the right thing and this happened.

Left-handedness was not accepted in the ancient world, it was generally associated with evil or demons. But in battle, it was an advantage (12:2)

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This photo is of Kiriath Jearim. In chapter 13 David attempts to move the Ark from Abinadab's house. The Ark rested here for 20 years (1 Sam 7). Kiriath Jearim was known for being the center of Baal Worship. When Uzzah was killed by trying to save the Ark, it rested in Obed-Edom. It remained there 3 months, while it was there YAHWEH blessed his house. This photo is taken from Biblplaces.com

Scripture Reading

David Takes Jerusalem 4 And David and all Israel went to Jerusalem, that is Jebus, where the Jebusites were, the inhabitants of the land. 5 The inhabitants of Jebus said to David, "You will not come in here." Nevertheless, David took the stronghold of Zion, that is, the city of David. - 1 Chronicles 11:4-5

Thought for the Day

This portion of scripture intrigued me. There is not much said other than after David was anointed king, he then takes over Jerusalem. So, I did a little research. (When you are reading the Bible, always ask WHY)

Jerusalem or Yrusalaim / Yruslem means foundation of shalem or peace. Now it

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is starting to make more sense. Before David could take on the world and all of the troubles that were in it, he needed a place of peace. He needed a place that he could feel safe, a place where he could connect with YAHWEH and discover who this being was that was pursuing him.

Now let's bridge that part of scripture to our modern day. Do you have a Yrusalaim? Do you have a safe place in your world, a place of peace? A place that you can meet with Jesus one on one?

Our world comes at us 24/7. Some days I feel that I am attacked from all sides, I strive to be Jesus with skin, but, the world is mean and unforgiving sometimes. If I did not have my Yrusalaim than I could go and pour my heart out.... sometimes yell...... sometimes cry....... sometimes overwhelmed with joy..... whatever the feeling, I always end up with peace. It is a place where I can fill up on Jesus. Where is your Jerusalem?

Closing Prayer

Dear Jesus

Thank You Father for this day, thank You for the time we get to have together. Father I pray that I seek for time with You everyday, that I remember that You are always available for me to lean on. Thank You for loving me that much.

I love You Father, In Jesus name, Amen.

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