1 Chron 3:1 These were the sons of David born to him in Hebron: The firstborn was Amnon the son of Ahiniam of Jezreel; the second, Daniel the son of Abigail of Carmel….
This continuing genealogy brings me much hope on my faith journey. It is very easy for me to relegate those figures from the Bible I grew up reading about to a holy, godly standard that I am incapable of. But I know they were just as human as I am. They were fallible, they made mistakes, they railed against God at times (or at least said, “Hey, God, I really think you’ve got the wrong person here.”)
1 Chron 3:4 These six were born to David in Hebron, where he reigned seven years and six months. David reigned in Jerusalem thirty-three years….
And yet, they were considered godly, people after God’s own heart. It makes me feel like there is hope for me, even though I get things wrong every day, make mistakes and missteps. I find myself again so thankful that God knows my heart, that He sees more than just the results of my actions.
1 Chron 3:5 …and these were the children born to him there: Shammua, Shobab, Nathan and Solomon. These four were by Bathsheba daughter of Ammiel.
Lord, Thank You for this day and this scripture. Thank You for using these chapters of genealogies to remind me of important truths. Thank You for seeing and knowing my heart. Draw me closer. Amen.
1 Chron 3:9 All these were the sons of David, besides his sons by his concubines. And Tamar was their sister.
Have a blessed day.
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