July 17 (1 Chronicles 28–29; Psalm 16; Matthew 19)

Summary

Podcast Summary: Through the ESV Bible in a Year with Jackie Hill Perry Episode Date: July 17, 2025
Scripture Readings:

• Old Testament: 1 Chronicles 28–29
• Psalm: Psalm 16
• New Testament: Matthew 19

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1. Old Testament Reading: 1 Chronicles 28–29

Overview:
In this segment, the podcast delves into 1 Chronicles 28–29, where King David addresses the assembly of Israel regarding the construction of the temple. Despite his desire to build a permanent house for the Ark of the Covenant, God directs David to entrust this monumental task to his son, Solomon. David meticulously provides Solomon with the architectural plans, resources, and encouragement needed to undertake this divine commission.

Key Points:

• David’s Intent to Build the Temple ([00:01] - [01:48]):
  King David gathers all the officials, commanders, and warriors of Israel in Jerusalem to announce his intention to build a temple for the Lord. However, God intervenes, explaining that David's life as a warrior makes him unsuitable for this task, and instead, Solomon is chosen to carry out the construction.

  “Therefore, in the sight of all Israel, the assembly of the Lord and in the hearing of our God, observe and seek out all the commandments of the Lord your God, that you may possess this good land...” ([01:48])

• Preparation and Offerings ([01:49] - [07:54]):
  David shares the detailed plans for the temple, including the design of the vestibule, treasuries, and various chambers. He emphasizes the importance of skilled labor and wholehearted dedication. The assembly responds with generous offerings, reflecting their wholehearted support and joy in contributing to the Lord's house.

  “Blessed are you, O Lord, the God of Israel, our Father forever and ever. Yours, O Lord, is the greatness and the power and the glory and the victory...” ([05:30])

• David’s Blessing and Solomon’s Ascension ([07:54] - [12:42]):
  King David blesses the assembly and God, expressing gratitude for their willing contributions. He prays for Solomon’s success and the continued devotion of the people. The episode concludes with Solomon being established as king, blessed with unmatched royal majesty, and the peaceful transition of leadership from David to Solomon.

  “Grant to Solomon, my son, a whole heart that he may keep your commandments, your testimonies, and your statutes performing all...” ([12:27])

Insights:
This passage highlights themes of leadership, obedience, and the importance of divine guidance in monumental endeavors. David’s humility in passing the torch to Solomon underscores the value of recognizing and upholding God’s will over personal ambitions.

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2. Psalm 16: A Prayer of Trust

Overview:
The podcast transitions to Psalm 16, a heartfelt prayer by David that emphasizes trust in God as a refuge and source of joy. David contrasts those who pursue other gods with his unwavering commitment to the Lord.

Key Points:

• Trust and Refuge ([08:22] - [08:43]):
  David declares his trust in God, rejecting empty sacrifices and affirming that God is his chosen portion.

  “Preserve me, O God, for in you I take refuge... The Lord is my chosen portion and my cup. You hold my lot.” ([08:29])

• Divine Guidance and Security ([08:56] - [09:10]):
  He speaks of God’s counsel in the night and the assurance that his soul will not be abandoned.

  “Counsel in the night... I shall not be shaken. Therefore my heart is glad, and my whole being rejoices.” ([09:01])

• Eternal Joy ([09:12] - [09:20]):
  David expresses confidence in the path of life provided by God, culminating in the fullness of joy in God's presence.

  “In your presence there is fullness of joy. At your right hand are pleasures forevermore.” ([09:12])

Insights:
Psalm 16 serves as a profound affirmation of reliance on God amidst life's uncertainties. David's declaration reinforces the assurance that true joy and security are found in God's unwavering presence.

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3. New Testament Reading: Matthew 19

Overview:
The podcast concludes with Matthew 19, where Jesus addresses questions on marriage, celibacy, eternal life, and the challenges of wealth in attaining the Kingdom of Heaven. These teachings emphasize moral integrity, self-sacrifice, and the ultimate reliance on God for salvation.

Key Points:

• Teachings on Divorce ([09:20] - [10:34]):
  Jesus responds to Pharisees questioning the legality of divorce, reaffirming the sanctity of marriage and outlining the conditions under which divorce is permissible.

  “Whoever divorces his wife, except for sexual immorality and marries another, commits adultery.” ([10:33])

• Celibacy for the Kingdom ([10:43] - [11:05]):
  He discusses different forms of celibacy, urging those who can accept it to do so for the sake of the Kingdom of Heaven.

  “There are eunuchs who have made themselves eunuchs for the sake of the kingdom of heaven.” ([10:34])

• Children and the Kingdom ([10:45] - [11:04]):
  Jesus welcomes children, emphasizing that the Kingdom of Heaven belongs to such as them and blessing those who receive the Kingdom like a child.

  “Let the little children come to me and do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of heaven.” ([10:43])

• Eternal Life and Wealth ([11:04] - [12:42]):
  A dialogue with a rich young man highlights the difficulty of entering the Kingdom of Heaven for the wealthy. Jesus teaches that with God, all things are possible and rewards those who sacrifice earthly possessions for eternal gains.

  “Truly I say to you, only with difficulty will the rich person enter the kingdom of heaven... But with God all things are possible.” ([12:35])

Insights:
Matthew 19 challenges believers to examine their commitments and priorities. The teachings advocate for unwavering faithfulness in relationships, the value of celibate dedication to God's work, and the necessity of detachment from material possessions to fully embrace the Kingdom of Heaven.

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Conclusion

This episode of Through the ESV Bible in a Year with Jackie Hill Perry offers a profound exploration of leadership, trust, and the pursuit of a life aligned with divine principles. From King David's preparation for Solomon's temple-building mission to Jesus' teachings on personal integrity and the challenges of wealth, listeners are encouraged to deepen their faith and commitment to God's path. The selected scriptures collectively emphasize the importance of obedience, trust, and prioritizing eternal values over temporal gains.

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Notable Quotes:

1. David to Solomon:
   “Be strong and courageous and do it. Do not be afraid and do not be dismayed. For the Lord God... is with you.” ([05:30])

2. Psalm of Trust:
   “In your presence there is fullness of joy. At your right hand are pleasures forevermore.” ([09:12])

3. Jesus on Wealth and Salvation:
   “Truly I say to you, only with difficulty will the rich person enter the kingdom of heaven... But with God all things are possible.” ([12:35])

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This comprehensive summary encapsulates the key discussions and teachings from 1 Chronicles 28–29, Psalm 16, and Matthew 19, providing listeners and readers alike with valuable insights and reflections to apply in their spiritual journeys.

Transcript

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A reading from the book of 1 Chronicles. David assembled at Jerusalem all the officials of Israel, the officials of the tribes, the officers of the divisions that served the king, the commanders of thousands, the commanders of hundreds, the stewards of all the property and livestock of the king and his sons, together with the palace officials, the mighty men and all the seasoned warriors. Then King David rose to his feet and said, hear me, my brothers and my people. I had it in my heart to build a house of rest for the.

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Ark of the covenant of the Lord.

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And for the footstool of our God. And I made preparations for building. But God said to me, you may not build a house for my name, for you are a man of war and have shed blood. Yet the Lord God of Israel chose me from all my father's house to be king over Israel forever. For he chose Judah as leader. And in the house of Judah, my father's house and. And among my father's sons. He took pleasure in me to make me king over all Israel and of all my sons. For the Lord has given me many sons. He has chosen Solomon, my son, to sit on the throne of the kingdom of the Lord over Israel. He said to me, it is Solomon, your son, who shall build my house and my courts. For I have chosen him to be my son and I will be his father. I will establish his kingdom forever if he continues strong in keeping my commandments and my rules as he is today. Now, therefore, in the sight of all Israel, the assembly of the Lord and in the hearing of our God, observe and seek out all the commandments of the Lord your God, that you may possess this good land and leave it for an inheritance to your children after you forever. And you, Solomon, my son, know the God of your father and serve him with a whole heart and with a willing mind. For the Lord searches all hearts and understands every plan and thought. If you seek him, he will be found by you.

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But if you forsake him, he will.

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Cast you off forever. Be careful now, for the Lord has chosen you to build a house for the sanctuary. Be strong and do it then. David gave Solomon his son the plan of the vestibule of the temple and of its houses, its treasuries, its upper rooms and its inner chambers, and of the room for the mercy seat and the plan of all that he had in mind for the courts of the house of the Lord, all the surrounding chambers, the treasuries of the house of God and. And the treasuries for dedicated gifts, for the divisions of the priests and of The Levites and all the work of the service in the house of the Lord for all the vessels for the service in the house of the Lord. The weight of gold for all golden vessels for each service. The weight of silver vessels for each service. The weight of the golden lampstands and their lamps. The weight of gold for each lampstand and its lamps. The weight of silver for a lampstand and its lamps according to the use of each lampstand in the service. The weight of gold for each table for the showbread, the silver for the silver tables and pure gold for the forks, the basins and the cups, for the golden bowls and the weight of each for the silver bowls and the weight of each for the altar of incense made of refined gold and its weight. Also his plan for the golden chariot of the cherubim that spread their wings and covered the ark of the covenant of the Lord. All this he made clear to me in writing from the hand of the Lord. All the work to be done according to the plan. Then David said to Solomon, his son, be strong and courageous and do it. Do not be afraid and do not be dismayed. For the Lord God, even my God, is with you. He will not leave you or forsake you until all the work for the service of the house of the Lord is finished. And behold the divisions of the priests and the Levites. For all the service of the house of God. And with you in all the work will be every willing man who has skill for any kind of service. And also the officers and all the people will be wholly at your command. And David the king, said to all the assembly, solomon, my son, whom alone God has chosen, is young and inexperienced, and the work is great. For the palace will not be for man, but for the Lord God. So I have provided for the house of my God, so far as I was able. The gold for the things of gold, the silver for the things of silver, and the bronze for the things of bronze. The iron for the things of iron. And wood for the things of wood. Besides great quantities of onyx and stones for setting antimony, colored stones, all sorts of precious stones and marble. Moreover, in addition to all that I have provided for the holy house, I have a treasure of my own of gold and silver. And because of my devotion to the house of my God, I give it to the house of my God. Three thousand talents of gold, of the gold of Ophir, and seven thousand talents of refined silver for overlaying the walls of the house. And for all the work to be done by craftsmen Gold for the things of gold, and silver for the things of silver. Who then will offer willingly consecrating himself today to the Lord? Then the leaders of fathers houses made their freewill offerings, as did also the leaders of the tribes, the commanders of thousands and of hundreds, and the officers over the king's work. They gave for the service of the house of God 5,000 talents and 10,000 darics of gold, 10,000 talents of silver, 18,000 talents of bronze, and 100,000 talents of iron. And whoever had precious stones gave them to the treasury of the house of the Lord in the care of Jehiel the Gershonite. Then the people rejoiced because they had given willingly, for with a whole heart they had offered freely to the Lord. David the king also rejoiced greatly. Therefore David blessed the Lord in the presence of all the assembly. And David said, blessed are you, O Lord, the God of Israel, our Father forever and ever. Yours, O Lord, is the greatness and the power and the glory and the victory, and the majesty for all that is in the heavens and in the earth is yours. Yours is the kingdom, O Lord, and you are exalted as head above all. Both riches and honor come from you, and you rule over all. In your hand are power and might, and in your hand it is to make great and to give strength to all. And now we thank you our God, and praise your glorious name. But who am I, and what is my people that we should be able thus to offer willingly? For all things come from you and of your own have we given you? For we are strangers before you, and sojourners, as all our fathers were. Our days on the earth are like a shadow, and there is no abiding. O Lord, our God, all this abundance that we have provided for building you a house, for your holy name comes from your hand and is all your own. I know, my God, that you test the heart and have pleasure in uprightness. In the uprightness of my heart I have freely offered all these things. And now I have seen your people who are present here, offering freely and joyously to you, oh Lord, the God of Abraham, Isaac and Israel, our fathers, keep forever such purposes and thoughts in the hearts of your people and direct their heart towards you. Grant to Solomon, my son, a whole heart that he may keep your commandments, your testimonies, and your statutes performing all, and that he may build the palace for which I have made provision. Then David said to all the assembly, bless the Lord, your God, and all the assembly blessed the Lord, the God of their fathers and bowed their heads and paid homage to the Lord and to the king. And they offered sacrifices to the Lord and on the next day offered burnt offerings to the Lord. 1000 bulls, 1000, 1000 rams and 1000 lambs with their drink offerings and sacrifices in abundance for all Israel. And they ate and drank before the Lord on that day with great gladness. And they made Solomon the son of David king the second time. And they anointed him as prince for the Lord and Zadok as priest. Then Solomon sat on the throne of the Lord as king in place of David his father. And he prospered. And all Israel obeyed him. All the leaders and the mighty men and. And also all the sons of King David pledged their allegiance to King Solomon. And the Lord made Solomon very great in the sight of all Israel and bestowed on him such royal majesty as had not been on any king before him in Israel. Thus David the son of Jesse reigned over all Israel. The time that he reigned over Israel was 40 years. He reigned seven years in Hebron and 33 years in Jerusalem.

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Then he died at a good age.

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Full of days, riches and honor. And Solomon his son, reigned in his place. Now the acts of King David from first to last are written in the chronicles of Samuel the Seer, and in the chronicles of Nathan the Prophet, and in the chronicles of Gad the Seer, with accounts of all his rule and his might, and of the circumstances that came upon him and upon Israel and upon all the kingdoms of the countries. A reading from the Book of Psalms.

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A mictim of David.

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Preserve me, O God, for in you I take refuge. I say to the Lord, you are.

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My Lord, I have no good apart from you. As for the saints in the land, they are the excellent ones in whom is all my delight. The sorrows of those who run after another God shall multiply their drink.

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Offerings of blood I will not pour.

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Out or take their names on my lips. The Lord is my chosen portion and my cup. You hold my lot. The lines have fallen for me in pleasant places. Indeed I have a beautiful inheritance. I bless the Lord who gives me.

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Counsel in the night.

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Also my heart instructs me. I have set the Lord always before me.

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Because he is at my right hand.

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I shall not be shaken. Therefore my heart is glad, and my whole being rejoices. My flesh also dwells secure.

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For you will not abandon my soul.

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To Sheol, or let your Holy One see corruption. You make known to me the path of life. In your presence there is fullness of joy.

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At your right hand are pleasures forevermore. A reading of the Gospel According to Matthew.

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Now, when Jesus had finished these sayings, he went away from Galilee and entered the region of Judea beyond the Jordan.

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And large crowds followed him.

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And he healed them there. And Pharisees came up to him and tested him by asking, is it lawful to divorce one's wife for any cause? He answered, have you not read that he who created them from the beginning made them male and female, and said, therefore a man shall leave his father and his mother and hold fast to his wife, and the two shall become one flesh, so they are no longer two, but one flesh. Where therefore God has joined together, let not man separate. They said to him, why then did Moses command one to give a certificate of divorce and to send her away? He said to them, because of your hardness of heart, Moses allowed you to divorce your wives. But from the beginning it was not so. And I say to you, whoever divorces his wife, except for sexual immorality and marries another, commits adultery. The disciples said to him, if such is the case of a man with his wife, it is better not to marry. But he said to them, not everyone can receive the saying, but only those to whom it is given.

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For there are eunuchs who have been.

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So from birth, and. And there are eunuchs who have been made eunuchs by men. And there are eunuchs who have made themselves eunuchs for the sake of the kingdom of heaven. Let the one who is able to.

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Receive this receive it.

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Then children were brought to him that he might lay his hands on them and pray. The disciples rebuked the people, but Jesus said, let the little children come to me and do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of heaven. And he laid his hands on them and went away. And behold, a man came up to him, saying, teacher, what good deed must.

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I do to have eternal life?

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And he said to him, why do you ask me about what is good? There is only one who is good. If you would enter life, keep the commandments. He said to him, which ones? And Jesus said, you shall not murder, you shall not commit adultery, you shall not steal, you shall not bear false witness. Honor your father and mother, and you shall love your neighbor as yourself. The young man said to him, all these I have kept, what do I still lack? Jesus said to him, if you would be perfect, go sell what you possess and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. And come, follow me. When the young man heard this, he went away, sorrowful for he had great possessions. And Jesus said to his disciples, truly I say to you, only with difficulty will the rich person enter the kingdom of heaven. Again I tell you, it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich person to enter the kingdom of God. When the disciples heard this, they were greatly astonished, saying, who then can be saved? But Jesus looked at them and said, with man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible. Then Peter said in reply, see, we have left everything and followed you. What then will we have? Jesus said to them, truly, I say to you, in the new world, when the Son of Man will sit on his glorious throne, you who have followed.

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Me will also sit on 12 Thrones.

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Judging the 12 tribes of Israel. And everyone who has left houses or.

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Brothers or sisters, or father or mother.

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Or children or lands for my namesake.

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Will receive a hundredfold and will inherit eternal life.

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But many who are first will be last and the last first.