Sun.’s Devo - Genealogies and Jails

Read: 1 Chronicles 2:1-18-4:4, Acts 24:1-27,Ps. 4:1-8, Pr. 18:16-18 Today, we read the genealogy of Caleb, son of Hezron. This is not the same Caleb that went with Joshua to spy out the land of Caanan. Hezron was from the tribe of Rueben. This is the genealogy of the kings. It randomly mentions some of the wives. David who was a type of Jesus reigned seven and a half years in Hebron which means “communion”. Then he reigns thirty-three and a half years in Jerusalem which means “dual peace shall be taught”. I wonder if the seven and a half has to do with the time of man on the earth. We will dwell on this earth over 7,000 years before it will be over and destroyed to be rebuilt in the Millennium. We are invited to have communion with God during this dispensation. The thirty-three and a half years have to do with Jesus earthly ministry. Jesus came and taught us about peace. He was the Prince of Peace. In Acts, Paul defends the lies the Jews have brought against him to the governor, Felix. Then he tells the governor what he believes about God and Jesus. Felix has heard all about the worship of Jesus, but keeps Paul in prison. He visits with him often hearing Paul’s teachings, hoping Paul will offer him a bribe. Paul doesn’t, so he stays there till the next governor comes to power. He leaves Paul in prison to win the favor of the Jews. I thought it was interesting that Paul talked to Felix about righteousness, self-control, and judgment. I wonder if Felix squirmed when he spoke of these things. Lord, may we be as devoted and strong as Paul under persecution.