1 Chron 5:1 The sons of Reuben the firstborn of Israel (he was the firstborn, but when he defiled his father’s marriage bed, his rights as firstborn were given to the sons of Joseph son of Israel; so he could not be listed in the genealogical record in accordance with his birthright….)
We are now into chapter 5 of genealogical records. Names and connections are becoming a bit of a blur. But Jer 29:11 keeps coming to my mind: “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you. Plans to give you hope and a future.”
1 Chron 5:11 The Gadites lived next to them in Bashan, as far as Salekah….
Each one of these people, had they chosen to put God first, to focus on Him, to live for Him and obey Him, had access to the promise of Jer 29:11. But not everyone chose to put Him first, to focus on Him, to obey Him. And He allows us all that choice. But He doesn’t spare anyone from the consequences of their choice.
1 Chron 5:17 All these were entered in the genealogical records during the reigns of Jothan king of Judah and Jeroboam king of Israel.
Lord, Thank You for this day and this scripture. Thank You for the reminder that You have plans for me, plans of hope and a future, if I choose to follow You. Help me to choose You every minute of every day. Draw me closer to You. Amen.
1 Chron 5:23 The people of the half-tribe if Manasseh were numerous; they settled in the land from Bashan to Baal Hermon, that is, to Senir (Mount Hermon).
Have a blessed day.
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