Day 196 - Read 1 Chronicles 27-29

Chapter twenty-seven gives an account of the military assignments and divisions. Leaders were assigned over the tribes and given responsibilities for managing the property and possessions of Israel and of the king. David charged Israel to follow the commands of God. He reminded them God chose Solomon to build the temple and rule in his place. David challenged Solomon to seek God and follow His commands. He told Solomon to be strong because God would not leave or forsake him. David and the people of Israel gave whole heartedly to the treasury for the temple. David prayed for Israel, and he honored God. Offerings and sacrifices were given to God. David’s reign over Israel was forty years. He died, and Solomon reigned in his place.