Today's Reading | November 12, 2024
1 Chronicles 16:8–43
Introduction 1 Chronicles 16:8–43: David offers a song of praise as the Covenant Box is brought to Jerusalem. His song incorporates portions of Psalms 105, 96, and 106. The song recounts God’s promises and miraculous deeds and affirms God’s faithfulness and sovereignty. Today’s Key Verse: 1 Chronicles 16:34 Give thanks to the LORD because he is good; his love is…
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