Seven times in today’s Bible reading,* we encounter the term “valiant warriors” (CSB), “mighty warriors” (ESV, LEB, NLT), “mighty men” (KJV), “fighting men” (NIV), “warriors” (MSG). The word translated as warriors/men refers not only to their fighting occupation but to their strong/noble character. One Hebrew lexicon says, “Although [the book of Chronicles] generally uses the…
Today’s Bible reading* includes a lot of names. The names flow as one long genealogy. For those who aim to read through the Bible, this is a common book to get bogged down and drop out. What’s with all of these names? Who are these people? We tend to gloss over the names, thinking that…
Twice in today’s Bible reading* we find the name of God, “Lord of the Armies” (Psalm 84 CSB) Several English translations render the Hebrew word Sabaoth as “hosts” (ESV, AV, LEB) while others refer to “Almighty” (NIV), and “heaven’s armies” (NLT) or “Angel armies” (Message) So which translation is correct? When it comes to modern…
One highly-valued trait in our culture and time is to be self-sufficient. But is that really a good thing? Doesn’t that kind of run counter to the Bible? Yes, we are to be responsible for our actions. Yes, we are to stand in the strength that God supplies. But the Sons of Korah insist in…
Do you see mankind as essentially good or essentially bad? How you answer that question determines how you view and interact with people. Today’s Bible reading* gives us God’s answer. Psalm 14:2-3 is part of the basis of Romans 3:10–18. Paul was clear … God is clear … that The Fall affected us much more…
I once heard that integrity is what you are when no one is looking. Today’s Bible reading* talks about David’s unstoppable integrity. For years Saul and his armies pursued David and killed many of his men. And yet, when Saul and Jonathan died, David mourned their deaths. Those who brought news of finishing off Saul…
