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6) This come from Praying for Muslims in Canada 2015 (Is there a 2022 edition?)



Manitoba



Quick facts on Muslims in Manitoba



Manitoba 2015 population 1 282 000



est Muslim Population 21 349



CNMM Networks: Winnipeg



The Muslim population of Manitoba, understandably centred in Winnipeg, is very

diverse and represents some 48 different cultural and ethnic backgrounds.

Conservative estimates put their number at 21000 , with some suggesting

it might be twice that size.

Some outreach among Muslims has started, yet in comparison to the size

of this community, there is the need and opportunity for far more engagement.

Continued influx of new immigrants and refugees continues to see the growth

of this Muslim centre in Manitoba.

We rejoice in the Arabic fellowship meeting there and the energetic workers

among Muslims in Winnipeg.



Let us intercede in unity for:



- new Christian workers among Manitoba's growing Muslim population

- new church ministries focused on prayer, equipping and reaching Muslim

communities around them, as well as training new workers

- the Arabic fellowship and their ministries of discipling new Muslim

background believers and for effectiveness in outreach

- for the recent Somali woman who found faith in Jesus and stood her ground

in the face of opposition to her new faith.

- for current workers among Muslims to be blessed, refreshed and encouraged

with great support



Adding further



30 days of prayer for the Muslim World 24 April to 23 May 2020



Under the Keep Praying page



When the new moon is sighted it marks the beginning of t he new Islamic month

and Eid al-Fitr, the "Festival of Breaking the Fast", will start! After 30 days

of fasting, the Eid celebration at the end of Ramadan is a joyful time that

usually lasts about 3 days. Muslims will buy new clothes, exchange gifts and,

of course, enjoy special foods. In Muslim-majority nations, the streets may be

decorated and festivals will be held.



For many Muslims, Eid-al-Fitr begins with communal prayers at daybreak and the

distribution of money (zakat) to the poor, which is one of the 5 pillars of

Islam.



You can greet Muslim friends during this time by saying "Eid Mubarak",

which means Blessed Eid!"



Ramadan is over for this year, but you can continue to pray for Muslims you

know, and Muslims around the world:



- Despite the unsettling developments in our world today that involve actions

in the name of Islam, there is at the same time a largely untold story about

unprecedented movement to Christ among Muslims. There have been more such

movements of thousands or more new disciples among Muslims in the last three

decades or so than in all the previous history of Christian Muslim

relationships! Pray for this momentum to continue.

Acts 2:12-17 : 17 "In the last days it shall be," says God,

"that I will pour out My Spirit on all flesh;

your sons and your daughters shall prophesy,

your young men shall see visions, and your old men shall dream dreams.

18 Even on My menservants and maidservants

I will pour out My Spirit in those days; and they shall prophesy.

19 And I will show wonders in heaven above and signs on the earth below:

blood, and fire, and vapor of smoke. 20 The sun shall be turned into darkness,

and the moon into blood, before that great and glorious day of the Lord comes.

21 And whoever calls on the name of the Lord shall be saved."[a]



Footnotes

Acts 2:21 Joel 2:28-32.

- Pray for Christian workers an organisations focused on seeing effective

discipleship movements among Muslim people.

- Ask the Holy Spirit to continue to inspire you to have god's heart for

Muslims, to see them as He does, and to be the light that then to Jesus.

Matthew 5:14-15 : 14 "You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a

hill cannot be hidden. 15 Neither do men light a candle and put it under

a basket, but on a candlestick. And it gives light to all who are in the

house."



Ideas for prayer



- Pray for opportunities to show the love of Christ to Muslims around you

- Pray for, and offer generous hospitality to, those you know who are serving

Christ among Muslim people -

Romans 12:13 "contribute to the needs of the saints, practice hospitality."

- When you gather with fellow believers, remember to pray for Muslims

throughout the year and encourage them to also participate in 30 Days!



And



Thank you for praying through the

5 Days of Prayer for Sikhs.



"My name is Kam. I'm 29 years of age, and I grew up Sikh. As a teenager,

I struggled with depression, brokenness, and addiction to

cannabis. I didn't know how to stop or how to get help.



Then a friend invited me to church. As I spent time with Christians

and heard the message of the Gospel, I experienced the

love of Jesus Christ, and it was like nothing I'd known before.

One night I had a dream where I saw Him - a figure surrounded by

light who I knew was Jesus, the light of the world.



As I began to understand the gospel message, I encountered a reassuring and

confident solution to the problem of sin. I knew that I needed a solution

to my sin problem, and I gave my life to Christ.



Slowly, God began to heal my broken heart and my addiction.

Nine years have passed, and I am a devoted husband and a father

to two beautiful boys. I grow deeper in love with Jesus each day.



I ask you to continue praying with me, and others around the world, for Sikhs.

God is the only one who can draw people to Himself. He works in and through

the prayers of His people. I want Sikhs to know the freedom

and healing that is only available through Jesus Christ."



13 (Ro 14:17; 12:12) Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy

and peace in believing, so that you may abound in hope,

through the power of the Holy Spirit.



[13] Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that

ye may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost.



ROMANS 15:13



My paternal side is of Muslim heritage and will offer this section to further

call for Muslim converts to Christian and any other converts to Christianity

(Hindus, Jews, aboriginals Canadian, ...) .



7) Prayers for the nation (Canada) coming from Prayer map of Canada



http://www.ehc.ca



Day 30 of the Month



a) Pray for God's will to be done where you live and throughout

Canadian society, as it is in Heaven



( Matt 6:9-13



9 "Therefore pray in this manner:

Our Father who is in heaven,

hallowed be Your name.

10 (Mt 3:2; 4:17) Your kingdom come;

Your will be done

on earth, as it is in heaven.

11 (Pr 30:8; Isa 33:16) Give us this day our daily bread.

12 (Ex 34:7; Ps 32:1) And forgive us our debts,

as we forgive our debtors.

13 (1Co 10:13; Jn 17:15) And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For Yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen.



9 After this manner therefore pray ye:

Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name.

10 Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven.

11 Give us this day our daily bread.

12 And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.

13 And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil:

For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.



)



b) Pray that in kindness God will lead many to repentance in your city

or community, and across our nation. (



Rom 2:4



4 (Ex 34:6; Isa 30:18) Do you despise the riches of His goodness,

tolerance, and patience, not knowing that the goodness of God

leads you to repentance?



4 Or despisest thou the riches of his goodness and forbearance

and longsuffering; not knowing that the goodness of God leadeth

thee to repentance?



)



Conclusion:



Pray to the Lord and pray to dwell within unity with the Brethren.



Pray to the Lord: "Dear God, please help me to follow Your way."



Pray to the Lord and pray to your way pur in the eyes of the Lord.



Pray to the Lord and pray to lay up treasure for the Lord



Pray to the Lord and pray to for patience in your life.



Agree in prayer with us for:

- new Christian workers among Manitoba's growing Muslim population

- new church ministries focused on prayer, equipping and reaching Muslim

communities around them, as well as training new workers

- the Arabic fellowship and their ministries of discipling new Muslim

background believers and for effectiveness in outreach

- for the recent Somali woman who found faith in Jesus and stood her ground

in the face of opposition to her new faith.

- for current workers among Muslims to be blessed, refreshed and encouraged

with great support



- Pray for opportunities to show the love of Christ to Muslims around you

- Pray for, and offer generous hospitality to, those you know who are serving

Christ among Muslim people -

Romans 12:13 "contribute to the needs of the saints, practice hospitality."

- When you gather with fellow believers, remember to pray for Muslims

throughout the year and encourage them to also participate in 30 Days!



Pray continually for Sikhs to find Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour.



Pray for God's will to be done where you live and throughout

Canadian society, as it is in Heaven.



Pray that in kindness God will lead many to repentance in your city

or community, and across our nation.



Pray that every Qatari

believer will receive Christian fellowship and spiritual encouragement.



Pray to the Lord that to know the Holy Spirit.

and Seek ye first the Kingdom of God and His Righteousness



Remember eternity starts now -

Pray for the direction you take to the Ever lasting loving God

Day 120, 30 April 2026



1) PSALMS 133

A Song of Ascents. Of David.



1 Behold, how good and how pleasant it is

for brothers to dwell together in unity!

2 (Ps 63:1; 84:2 ) It is like precious oil upon the head,

that runs down on the beard-

even Aaron's beard-

and going down to the collar of his garments;

3 (Ps 79:10; 80:5) as the dew of Hermon,

that descends upon the mountains of Zion,

for there the Lord has commanded the blessing,

even life forever.



Psalms 133

[1] Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together

in unity!

[2] It is like the precious ointment upon the head, that ran down upon the

beard, even Aaron's beard: that went down to the skirts of his garments;

[3] As the dew of Hermon, and as the dew that descended upon the mountains

of Zion: for there the LORD commanded the blessing, even life for evermore.



2) Our Daily Bread for 30 April 2025 titled

Follow God's Way by Karen Huang



Haggai 1:1,5-11



God's Command to Rebuild the Temple

1 (Ezr 2:2; 3:2; 3:8) In the second year of King Darius, in the sixth month,

on the first day of the month, the word of the Lord came

by Haggai the prophet to Zerubbabel the son of Shealtiel,

governor of Judah, and to Joshua the son of Jehozadak,

the high priest, saying,

5 (La 3:40) Now, therefore, thus says the Lord of Hosts: Consider your ways.

6 (Hag 2:16; Zec 8:10) You have sown much, and harvested little. You eat,

but you do not have enough; you drink, but you are not filled with drink;

you clothe yourselves, but no one is warm; and he who earns wages earns

wages to put them into a bag with holes.

7 (Hag 1:5) Thus says the Lord of Hosts: Consider your ways.

8 (Ps 132:13-14; Hag 2:7) Go up to the mountain and bring wood

and rebuild the house, that I may take pleasure in it and be glorified,

says the Lord.

9 (Hag 1:4; Isa 40:7) You looked for much, and it came to little;

and when you brought it home, I blew it away. Why? says the Lord of Hosts.

Because of My house that lies in ruins while each of you runs to his own house.

10 (Lev 26:19; Dt 28:23-24) Therefore the heavens above you have withheld

the dew, and the earth has withheld its crops.

11 (Hag 2:17; Dt 28:22) I called for a drought on the land and the mountains,

on the grain, on the new wine, on the oil, on what the ground brings forth,

on men, on livestock, and on all the labor of your hands.



[1] In the second year of Darius the king, in the sixth month, in the

first day of the month, came the word of the LORD by Haggai the prophet

unto Zerubbabel the son of Shealtiel, governor of Judah, and to Joshua

the son of Josedech, the high priest, saying,

[5] Now therefore thus saith the LORD of hosts; Consider your ways.

[6] Ye have sown much, and bring in little; ye eat, but ye have not

enough; ye drink, but ye are not filled with drink; ye clothe you, but

there is none warm; and he that earneth wages earneth wages to put it

into a bag with holes.

[7] Thus saith the LORD of hosts; Consider your ways.

[8] Go up to the mountain, and bring wood, and build the house; and I

will take pleasure in it, and I will be glorified, saith the LORD.

[9] Ye looked for much, and, lo, it came to little; and when ye brought

it home, I did blow upon it. Why? saith the LORD of hosts. Because of

mine house that is waste, and ye run every man unto his own house.

[10] Therefore the heaven over you is stayed from dew, and the earth is

stayed from her fruit.

[11] And I called for a drought upon the land, and upon the mountains,

and upon the corn, and upon the new wine, and upon the oil, and upon

that which the ground bringeth forth, and upon men, and upon cattle, and

upon all the labour of the hands.



Ken avoided the migrant workers in his building. Their habits and way of life,

so different from his, annoyed him. One day, however, while Ken was praying, a

thought pierced him: They've been your neighbors for years, yet not once have

you shared the gospel with them.

Think carefully about your attitude towards them.



Scripture tells us of when God confronted the Israelites with a similar

warning: "Consider your ways" (Haggai 1:7). After their captivity in Babylon,

His people returned to Jerusalem, tasked to rebuild the temple. God had

"moved the heart of Cyrus king of Persia" (Ezra 1:1) to order

the construction and provide funds (vv. 2-4). But after the people laid the

foundation, opposition grew (4:1-5), so they neglected the project

for fourteen years.



Through the prophet Haggai, God told them, "Give careful thought to your

ways. . . . My house . . . remains a ruin, while each of you is busy with your

own house" (Haggai 1:7, 9). God was saying, "Think carefully about how you're

living. Are you doing what I want you to do?"



God disciplined His people (vv. 5-11), but when they resumed construction, He

encouraged them, "I am with you . . . . Do not fear" (2:4-5). And the temple

was completed in less than five years.



In what area of life do we need to "give careful thought to [our] ways"?

Let's ask God to show us and help us follow His correction.



Reflect & Pray



How is God’s way different from yours?

What things do you need to change to truly obey Him?



Dear God, please help me to follow Your way.



Learn more about the blessings that

come when we follow Him wholeheartedly.



3) Daily verses taken from Billy Graham Evangelical Organisation



Words in Season Scripture Memory Tools



Week 1 Knowing God's Word Day 5 - Learning by Heart



Ps 119:9,11



9 (Ps 38:6; 18:2) How shall a young man keep his way pure?

By keeping it according to Your word.

11 (Ps 42:5; 43:5) Your word I have hidden in my heart,

that I might not sin against You.



9 Wherewithal shall a young man cleanse his way?

By taking heed thereto according to thy word.

11 Thy word have I hid in mine heart,

That I might not sin against thee.



"His heart is not just in it," a gifted musician commented about the

pianist onstage. "He's here at the Orchestra Hall, playing for

thousands of people, an his technique is flawless, but something

is missing - his heart is just not in it."

The psalmist , in Psalm 119, draws a similar parallel. We "Keep our

way pure" through obedience of his Word, by ordering our lives according

to the commands of the Scriptures. But outward behaviour is not the only

essential factor in purity of life. The changes in our behaviour need to

come from the heart, from the inside out. Our "technique" for living

the Christian life may be flawless, but our obedience is founded

in heart motivation, something is certainly missing.

"I seek you with all my heart," the psalmist declares in verse 10.

Thus he can say in verse 11, "Your word I have hidden in my heart,

that I might not sin against You."

Often we refer to memorisation as "learning by heart" - and indeed

"by heart" is the biblical mandate for assimilating God's truth

into our daily lives. "By rote" or "By Mind" leaves us

intellectually overstuffed, yet spiritually starving.

When we try to apply the Word outwardly to our behaviour,

we end up in a tangle of legalism, a log "do list" by which

we hope to please God. But when we set our hearts toward God first,

then changes in our behaviour grow out of love for God and a deep

desire to serve him. Then we are truly loving and obeying God with

our whole hearts.



Application



a) In what ways have I tried to apply God's word to my behaviour

without having the truth firmly in my heart? What was the result?



b) How can I set my heart toward God and give myself more fully

to his Word?



c) What areas of my life need "purifying"? How can these verses

help me to "make my way pure"?



4) From Prosperity Promises - Kenneth Copeland



Luke 12:21



21 "So is he who stores up treasure for himself, and is not rich toward God."



21 So is he that layeth up treasure for himself, and is not rich toward God.



5) From a Book called God's Promises for you:



When you are Impatient



James 5:7-11



Patience and Prayer



7 Therefore be patient, brothers, until the coming of the Lord.

Notice how the farmer waits for the precious fruit of the earth

and is patient with it until he receives the early and late rain.

8 You also be patient. Establish your hearts,

for the coming of the Lord is drawing near.

9 Do not grumble against one another, brothers, lest you be condemned.

Look, the Judge is standing at the door.

10 My brothers, take the prophets, who spoke in the name of the Lord,

as an example of suffering and patience.

11 Indeed we count them happy who endure.

You have heard of the patience of Job

and have seen the purpose of the Lord,

that the Lord is very gracious and merciful.



7 Be patient therefore, brethren, unto the coming of the Lord. Behold,

the husbandman waiteth for the precious fruit of the earth, and hath long

patience for it, until he receive the early and latter rain.

8 Be ye also patient; stablish your hearts: for the coming of the Lord

draweth nigh.

9 Grudge not one against another, brethren, lest ye be condemned:

behold, the judge standeth before the door.

10 Take, my brethren, the prophets, who have spoken in the name of the Lord,

for an example of suffering affliction, and of patience.

11 Behold, we count them happy which endure. Ye have heard of the patience

of Job, and have seen the end of the Lord; that the Lord is very pitiful,

and of tender mercy.



Remember God's promises when You pray



The Lord's prayer



Matthew 6:9-13



9 "Therefore pray in this manner:

Our Father who is in heaven,

hallowed be Your name.

10 (Mt 3:2; 4:17) Your kingdom come;

Your will be done

on earth, as it is in heaven.

11 (Pr 30:8; Isa 33:16) Give us this day our daily bread.

12 (Ex 34:7; Ps 32:1) And forgive us our debts,

as we forgive our debtors.

13 (1Co 10:13; Jn 17:15) And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For Yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen."



9 After this manner therefore pray ye:

Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name.

10 Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven.

11 Give us this day our daily bread.

12 And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.

13 And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil:

For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.

6) This come from Praying for Muslims in Canada 2015 (Is there a 2022 edition?)



Manitoba



Quick facts on Muslims in Manitoba



Manitoba 2015 population 1 282 000



est Muslim Population 21 349



CNMM Networks: Winnipeg



The Muslim population of Manitoba, understandably centred in Winnipeg, is very

diverse and represents some 48 different cultural and ethnic backgrounds.

Conservative estimates put their number at 21000 , with some suggesting

it might be twice that size.

Some outreach among Muslims has started, yet in comparison to the size

of this community, there is the need and opportunity for far more engagement.

Continued influx of new immigrants and refugees continues to see the growth

of this Muslim centre in Manitoba.

We rejoice in the Arabic fellowship meeting there and the energetic workers

among Muslims in Winnipeg.



Let us intercede in unity for:



- new Christian workers among Manitoba's growing Muslim population

- new church ministries focused on prayer, equipping and reaching Muslim

communities around them, as well as training new workers

- the Arabic fellowship and their ministries of discipling new Muslim

background believers and for effectiveness in outreach

- for the recent Somali woman who found faith in Jesus and stood her ground

in the face of opposition to her new faith.

- for current workers among Muslims to be blessed, refreshed and encouraged

with great support



Adding further



30 days of prayer for the Muslim World 24 April to 23 May 2020



Under the Keep Praying page



When the new moon is sighted it marks the beginning of t he new Islamic month

and Eid al-Fitr, the "Festival of Breaking the Fast", will start! After 30 days

of fasting, the Eid celebration at the end of Ramadan is a joyful time that

usually lasts about 3 days. Muslims will buy new clothes, exchange gifts and,

of course, enjoy special foods. In Muslim-majority nations, the streets may be

decorated and festivals will be held.



For many Muslims, Eid-al-Fitr begins with communal prayers at daybreak and the

distribution of money (zakat) to the poor, which is one of the 5 pillars of

Islam.



You can greet Muslim friends during this time by saying "Eid Mubarak",

which means Blessed Eid!"



Ramadan is over for this year, but you can continue to pray for Muslims you

know, and Muslims around the world:



- Despite the unsettling developments in our world today that involve actions

in the name of Islam, there is at the same time a largely untold story about

unprecedented movement to Christ among Muslims. There have been more such

movements of thousands or more new disciples among Muslims in the last three

decades or so than in all the previous history of Christian Muslim

relationships! Pray for this momentum to continue.

Acts 2:12-17 : 17 "In the last days it shall be," says God,

"that I will pour out My Spirit on all flesh;

your sons and your daughters shall prophesy,

your young men shall see visions, and your old men shall dream dreams.

18 Even on My menservants and maidservants

I will pour out My Spirit in those days; and they shall prophesy.

19 And I will show wonders in heaven above and signs on the earth below:

blood, and fire, and vapor of smoke. 20 The sun shall be turned into darkness,

and the moon into blood, before that great and glorious day of the Lord comes.

21 And whoever calls on the name of the Lord shall be saved."[a]



Footnotes

Acts 2:21 Joel 2:28-32.

- Pray for Christian workers an organisations focused on seeing effective

discipleship movements among Muslim people.

- Ask the Holy Spirit to continue to inspire you to have god's heart for

Muslims, to see them as He does, and to be the light that then to Jesus.

Matthew 5:14-15 : 14 "You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a

hill cannot be hidden. 15 Neither do men light a candle and put it under

a basket, but on a candlestick. And it gives light to all who are in the

house."



Ideas for prayer



- Pray for opportunities to show the love of Christ to Muslims around you

- Pray for, and offer generous hospitality to, those you know who are serving

Christ among Muslim people -

Romans 12:13 "contribute to the needs of the saints, practice hospitality."

- When you gather with fellow believers, remember to pray for Muslims

throughout the year and encourage them to also participate in 30 Days!



ROMANS 15:13



My paternal side is of Muslim heritage and will offer this section to further

call for Muslim converts to Christian and any other converts to Christianity

(Hindus, Jews, aboriginals Canadian, ...) .



7) Prayers for the nation (Canada) coming from Prayer map of Canada



http://www.ehc.ca



Day 29 of the Month



a) Pray that God will enlighten those in medicine and health care

to acknowledge the sanctity of life and server with true

integrity and compassion (



Ps 139:13-16



13 You brought my inner parts into being;

You wove me in my mother’s womb.

14 I will praise you, for You made me with fear and wonder;

marvelous are Your works,

and You know me completely.

15 My frame was not hidden from You

when I was made in secret,

and intricately put together in the lowest parts of the earth.

16 Your eyes saw me unformed,

yet in Your book

all my days were written,

before any of them came into being.



13 For thou hast possessed my reins:

Thou hast covered me in my mother's womb.

14 I will praise thee; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made:

Marvellous are thy works; And that my soul knoweth right well.

15 My substance was not hid from thee,

When I was made in secret, and curiously wrought

in the lowest parts of the earth.

16 Thine eyes did see my substance, yet being unperfect;

And in thy book all my members were written,

Which in continuance were fashioned,

When as yet there was none of them.



)



b) Pray that the Church in Canada will remember the poor

and compassionately respond to their plight (



Gal 2:10



10 (Ac 24:17) Only they requested that we should remember the poor,

which I also was eager to do.



10 Only they would that we should remember the poor;

the same which I also was forward to do.



)



Conclusion:



Pray to the Lord and pray to Him for the people he surrounds you with.



Pray to the Lord: "Dear God, I'm angry at the suffering in this world,

but choose to trust You."



Pray to the Lord and pray to meditate on the Word of The Lord.



Pray to the Lord and pray to know the

blessings of obedience of Lord Jesus Christ.



Pray to the Lord and pray to know God is Love.



Agree in prayer with us for:

- new Christian workers among Manitoba's growing Muslim population

- new church ministries focused on prayer, equipping and reaching Muslim

communities around them, as well as training new workers

- the Arabic fellowship and their ministries of discipling new Muslim

background believers and for effectiveness in outreach

- for the recent Somali woman who found faith in Jesus and stood her ground

in the face of opposition to her new faith.

- for current workers among Muslims to be blessed, refreshed and encouraged

with great support

- Pray for opportunities to show the love of Christ to Muslims around you

- Pray for, and offer generous hospitality to, those you know who are serving

Christ among Muslim people -

Romans 12:13 "contribute to the needs of the saints, practice hospitality."

- When you gather with fellow believers, remember to pray for Muslims

throughout the year and encourage them to also participate in 30 Days!



Pray continually for Sikhs to find Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour.



Pray that God will enlighten those in medicine and health care

to acknowledge the sanctity of life and server with true

integrity and compassion.



Pray that the Church in Canada will remember the poor

and compassionately respond to their plight.



Pray for our Christian brothers and sisters in
"https://www.vomcanada.com/bahrain.htm">BAHRAIN who have been rejected

by their families for leaving Islam.



Pray to the Lord that to know the Holy Spirit.

and Seek ye first the Kingdom of God and His Righteousness



Remember eternity starts now -

Pray for the direction you take to the Ever lasting loving God

1 Chronicles 12





[23] And these are the numbers of the bands that were ready armed to the

war, and came to David to Hebron, to turn the kingdom of Saul to him,

according to the word of the LORD.

[24] The children of Judah that bare shield and spear were six thousand and

eight hundred, ready armed to the war.

[25] Of the children of Simeon, mighty men of valour for the war, seven

thousand and one hundred.

[26] Of the children of Levi four thousand and six hundred.

[27] And Jehoiada was the leader of the Aaronites, and with him were three

thousand and seven hundred;

[28] And Zadok, a young man mighty of valour, and of his father's house

twenty and two captains.

[29] And of the children of Benjamin, the kindred of Saul, three thousand:

for hitherto the greatest part of them had kept the ward of the house of

Saul.

[30] And of the children of Ephraim twenty thousand and eight hundred,

mighty men of valour, famous throughout the house of their fathers.

[31] And of the half tribe of Manasseh eighteen thousand, which were

expressed by name, to come and make David king.

[32] And of the children of Issachar, which were men that had understanding

of the times, to know what Israel ought to do; the heads of them were two

hundred; and all their brethren were at their commandment.

[33] Of Zebulun, such as went forth to battle, expert in war, with all

instruments of war, fifty thousand, which could keep rank: they were not of

double heart.

[34] And of Naphtali a thousand captains, and with them with shield and

spear thirty and seven thousand.

[35] And of the Danites expert in war twenty and eight thousand and six

hundred.

[36] And of Asher, such as went forth to battle, expert in war, forty

thousand.

[37] And on the other side of Jordan, of the Reubenites, and the Gadites,

and of the half tribe of Manasseh, with all manner of instruments of war for

the battle, an hundred and twenty thousand.

[38] All these men of war, that could keep rank, came with a perfect heart

to Hebron, to make David king over all Israel: and all the rest also of

Israel were of one heart to make David king.

[39] And there they were with David three days, eating and drinking: for

their brethren had prepared for them.

[40] Moreover they that were nigh them, even unto Issachar and Zebulun and

Naphtali, brought bread on asses, and on camels, and on mules, and on oxen,

and meat, meal, cakes of figs, and bunches of raisins, and wine, and oil,

and oxen, and sheep abundantly: for there was joy in Israel.



2) Our Daily Bread for 29 April 2026 titled

Prayer in Disguise by Sheridan Voysey



Job 19:5-12



5 (Ps 35:26; 38:16) If indeed you exalt yourselves against me

and plead against me with my disgrace,

6 (Job 18:8-10) know now that God has bent me

and has surrounded me with His net.

7 (La 3:8; Hab 1:2-3) "Look, I cry out concerning wrong, but I am not heard;

I cry aloud, but there is no justice.

8 (Job 3:23; La 3:7) He has fenced up my way that I cannot pass,

and He has set darkness in my paths.

9 (Ps 89:44; 89:39) He has stripped me of my glory

and taken the crown from my head.

10 (Job 24:20) He has destroyed me on every side, and I am gone;

my hope He has uprooted like a tree.

11 (Job 13:24; 16:9) He has also kindled His wrath against me,

and He counts me as one of His enemies.

12 (Job 30:12) His troops come together

and build up their road against me;

they set up camp all around my tent.



[5] If indeed ye will magnify yourselves against me, and plead against me my

reproach:

[6] Know now that God hath overthrown me, and hath compassed me with his

net.

[7] Behold, I cry out of wrong, but I am not heard: I cry aloud, but there

is no judgment.

[8] He hath fenced up my way that I cannot pass, and he hath set darkness in

my paths.

[9] He hath stripped me of my glory, and taken the crown from my head.

[10] He hath destroyed me on every side, and I am gone: and mine hope hath

he removed like a tree.

[11] He hath also kindled his wrath against me, and he counteth me unto him

as one of his enemies.

[12] His troops come together, and raise up their way against me, and encamp

round about my tabernacle.



After the horrors of Auschwitz, Elie Wiesel lost his faith. "Where were you,

God of kindness?" he asked, recalling the evil he and others suffered. "In my

childhood I did not expect much from human beings. But I expected everything

from you."



And yet, Wiesel realised later that his faith had never really left him. "It

is because I believed in God that I was angry at God," he told a journalist,

"and still am." You don't get angry at someone you don't believe exists.



We might feel uncomfortable expressing anger at God, but biblical characters

did. "You deceived me, Lord," the prophet Jeremiah cried (20:7). "Will you

forget me forever?" David wrote (Psalm 13:1). "God has wronged me," Job said

(19:6). Unaware of Satan's role in his misfortune, Job accused God of being

cruel (10:3) and even subpoenaed Him to court (31:35)! While Job later

discovered that his understanding was limited (42:3), it's important to note

God never rebukes his feelings.



Despite his questions, Elie Wiesel prayed, "Let us make up. It is unbearable

to be divorced from you so long." We too might be angry at God for not

limiting the suffering in our world, but our expressing it to Him can become

prayer in disguise - keeping us close to the God who wants us to bring not

just our praise but our anger to Him too.



Reflect & Pray



When have you felt angry at God?

How can Job's story help us express and keep a clear perspective?



Dear God, I'm angry at the suffering in this world, but choose to trust You.





For further study, read Job and the God Who Would Not Be Chained at odbm.org.



3) Daily verses taken from Billy Graham Evangelical Organisation



Words in Season Scripture Memory Tools



Week 1 Knowing God's Word Day 4 - Arming for Battle



Joshua 1:8



8 (Ps 19:14; 119:15) This Book of the Law must not depart from your mouth.

Meditate on it day and night so that you may act carefully according

to all that is written in it. For then you will make your way successful,

and you will be wise.



8 This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt

meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according

to all that is written therein: for then thou shalt make thy way prosperous,

and then thou shalt have good success.



When God spoke these words to Joshua, the young leader's prospects for

"prosperity" and "success" were far from promising. Upon Moses' death,

Joshua was appointed to lead Israel into the Promised Land, to claim

the territory and establish a nation under God's rule.

Joshua was afraid, and for good reason. The people were rebellious

and intractable. And "claiming the land" meant battling many strong enemies.

Yet God told Joshua that his strength would come not in preparing for battle,

but in preparing for battle, but in preparing himself by meditating

on and applying God's word to his life.

We, too, face difficult battles as we seek to enter the "Promised Land"

of God's peace and presence. But his promise is the same as it was to Joshua:

through obedience to the Word, we can find prosperity and success.

God's promise does not necessarily mean financial prosperity

or material success. These victories may come as well, but God's primary

purpose for his people is spiritual success - the victory and joy of living

in fellowship with him. We can be enriched in the knowledge of God and

find power to overcome the enemies of sin and self. The way may not be easy

- after all, there is no victory without conflict - but God promises

that we will succeed as we look to him.



Application



a) What image do I have a personal "Promised Land" that I long

to enter and claim as my own?



b) What enemies will I need to battle in order to enter that land?



c) How can meditation on the Word of God and obedience to him bring me

prosperity and success?



4) Prosperity verses from Kenneth Copeland



Deut 28:11



11 (Dt 28:4; 30:9) The Lord will make you overflow in prosperity,

in the offspring of your body, in the offspring of your livestock,

and in the produce of your ground, in the land which the Lord swore

to your fathers to give you.



11 And the LORD shall make thee plenteous in goods, in the fruit of thy body,

and in the fruit of thy cattle, and in the fruit of thy ground, in the land

which the LORD sware unto thy fathers to give thee.



5) From a Book called God's Promises for you:



When you are lonely



1 John 4:16b-18



God is love. Whoever lives in love lives in God, and God in him.

17 (1Jn 2:5; 2:28) In this way God's love is perfected in us,

so that we may have boldness on the Day of Judgment, because as He is,

so are we in this world.

18 (Ro 8:15; 2Ti 1:7) There is no fear in love,

but perfect love casts out fear, because fear has to do with punishment.

Whoever fears is not perfect in love.



God is love; and he that dwelleth in love dwelleth in God, and God in him.

17 Herein is our love made perfect, that we may have boldness

in the day of judgment: because as he is, so are we in this world.

18 There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear:

because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love.



Remember God's promises when You pray



The Lord's prayer



Matthew 6:9-13



9 "Therefore pray in this manner:

Our Father who is in heaven,

hallowed be Your name.

10 (Mt 3:2; 4:17) Your kingdom come;

Your will be done

on earth, as it is in heaven.

11 (Pr 30:8; Isa 33:16) Give us this day our daily bread.

12 (Ex 34:7; Ps 32:1) And forgive us our debts,

as we forgive our debtors.

13 (1Co 10:13; Jn 17:15) And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For Yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen."



9 After this manner therefore pray ye:

Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name.

10 Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven.

11 Give us this day our daily bread.

12 And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.

13 And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil:

For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.

1 Chronicles 11



[10] These also are the chief of the mighty men whom David had, who

strengthened themselves with him in his kingdom, and with all Israel, to

make him king, according to the word of the LORD concerning Israel.

[11] And this is the number of the mighty men whom David had; Jashobeam, and

Hachmonite, the chief of the captains: he lifted up his spear against three

hundred slain by him at one time.

[12] And after him was Eleazar the son of Dodo, the Ahohite, who was one of

the three mighties.

[13] He was with David at Pas-dammim, and there the Philistines were

gathered together to battle, where was a parcel of ground full of barley;

and the people fled from before the Philistines.

[14] And they set themselves in the midst of that parcel, and delivered it,

and slew the Philistines; and the LORD saved them by a great deliverance.

[15] Now three of the thirty captains went down to the rock to David, into

the cave of Adullam; and the host of the Philistines encamped in the valley

of Rephaim.

[16] And David was then in the hold, and the Philistines' garrison was then

at Bethlehem.

[17] And David longed, and said, Oh that one would give me drink of the

water of the well of Bethlehem, that is at the gate!

[18] And the three brake through the host of the Philistines, and drew water

out of the well of Bethlehem, that was by the gate, and took it, and brought

it to David: but David would not drink of it, but poured it out to the LORD,

[19] And said, My God forbid it me, that I should do this thing: shall I

drink the blood of these men that have put their lives in jeopardy? for with

the jeopardy of their lives they brought it. Therefore he would not drink

it. These things did these three mightiest.

[20] And Abishai the brother of Joab, he was chief of the three: for lifting

up his spear against three hundred, he slew them, and had a name among the

three.

[21] Of the three, he was more honourable than the two; for he was their

captain: howbeit he attained not to the first three.

[22] Benaiah the son of Jehoiada, the son of a valiant man of Kabzeel, who

had done many acts; he slew two lionlike men of Moab: also he went down and

slew a lion in a pit in a snowy day.

[23] And he slew an Egyptian, a man of great stature, five cubits high; and

in the Egyptian's hand was a spear like a weaver's beam; and he went down to

him with a staff, and plucked the spear out of the Egyptian's hand, and slew

him with his own spear.

[24] These things did Benaiah the son of Jehoiada, and had the name among

the three mighties.

[25] Behold, he was honourable among the thirty, but attained not to the

first three: and David set him over his guard.

[26] Also the valiant men of the armies were, Asahel the brother of Joab,

Elhanan the son of Dodo of Bethlehem,

[27] Shammoth the Harorite, Helez the Pelonite,

[28] Ira the son of Ikkesh the Tekoite, Abi-ezer the Antothite,

[29] Sibbecai the Hushathite, Ilai the Ahohite,

[30] Maharai the Netophathite, Heled the son of Baanah the Netophathite,

[31] Ithai the son of Ribai of Gibeah, that pertained to the children of

Benjamin, Benaiah the Pirathonite,

[32] Hurai of the brooks of Gaash, Abiel the Arbathite,

[33] Azmaveth the Baharumite, Eliahba the Shaalbonite,

[34] The sons of Hashem the Gizonite, Jonathan the son of Shage the

Hararite,

[35] Ahiam the son of Sacar the Hararite, Eliphal the son of Ur,

[36] Hepher the Mecherathite, Ahijah the Pelonite,

[37] Hezro the Carmelite, Naarai the son of Ezbai,

[38] Joel the brother of Nathan, Mibhar the son of Haggeri,

[39] Zelek the Ammonite, Naharai the Berothite, the armourbearer of Joab the

son of Zeruiah,

[40] Ira the Ithrite, Gareb the Ithrite,

[41] Uriah the Hittite, Zabad the son of Ahlai,

[42] Adina the son of Shiza the Reubenite, a captain of the Reubenites, and

thirty with him,

[43] Hanan the son of Maachah, and Joshaphat the Mithnite,

[44] Uzzia the Ashterathite, Shama and Jehiel the sons of Hothan the

Aroerite,

[45] Jediael the son of Shimri, and Joha his brother, the Tizite,

[46] Eliel the Mahavite, and Jeribai, and Joshaviah, the sons of Elnaam, and

Ithmah the Moabite,

[47] Eliel, and Obed, and Jasiel the Mesobaite.



1 CHRONICLES 12



The Mighty Men Join David



1 (1Sa 27:2-6) Now these are the men who came to David at Ziklag, while he yet

kept himself away from Saul the son of Kish. They were among the brave men,

helpers in the war.

2 (Jdg 3:15; 20:16) They were armed with bows, and could use

both the right hand and the left in hurling stones and shooting arrows

out of a bow. They were Saul's brothers of Benjamin.

3 (1Ch 11:28)The chief was Ahiezer, then Joash, the sons of Shemaah

the Gibeathite; Jeziel and Pelet the sons of Azmaveth; Berakah,

and Jehu the Anathothite;

4 (Jos 9:3; 15:36) and Ishmaiah the Gibeonite, a brave warrior

among the thirty, and over the thirty; Jeremiah, Jahaziel, Johanan,

and Jozabad the Gederathite;

5and Eluzai, Jerimoth, Bealiah, Shemariah,

and Shephatiah the Haruphite;

6and Elkanah, Ishiah, Azarel, Joezer,

and Jashobeam the Korahites;

7 (Jos 15:58) and Joelah and Zebadiah, the sons of Jeroham of Gedor.

8 (2Sa 2:18; 17:10) From the Gadites mighty men of valor, men of the war

battalion, who could handle shield and sword, whose faces were like the

faces of lions, and who were as swift as the gazelles on the mountains,

separated themselves for David in the stronghold in the wilderness:

9 Ezer the captain,

Obadiah the second, Eliab the third,

10 Mishmannah the fourth, Jeremiah the fifth,

1 1Attai the sixth, Eliel the seventh,

12 Johanan the eighth, Elzabad the ninth,

13 Jeremiah the tenth, Makbannai the eleventh.

14 (Lev 26:8; Dt 32:30) These were from Gad, captains of the battalions.

One of the least of them was as a hundred and the greatest as a thousand.

15 (Jos 3:15; 4:18) These were the ones who crossed over the Jordan

during the first month when it had overflowed its banks and caused the valley

dwellers to flee to the east and to the west.

16 Some of the sons of Benjamin and Judah came to the stronghold of David.

17 So David went out before them and said to them, "If you have come in peace

to help me, then I will have a heart united with yours, but if to betray me

to my adversaries, when there is no violence in my hand, may the God of our

fathers see, and may He decide between us."

18 (Jdg 6:34; 2Sa 17:25)Then the Spirit came upon Amasai the captain

of the officers, and he said,

"We are for you, David,

and with you, son of Jesse.

Peace, peace to you,

and peace to the one helping you,

for your God helps you."

So David welcomed them and appointed them as captains of the troops.

19 (1Sa 29:2-9) Now some from Manasseh joined forces with David

when he came with the Philistines for battle against Saul,

but they did not help them. For after taking counsel,

the lords of the Philistines sent him away, saying,

"It will be our heads if he falls back to his lord Saul."

20 As he went to Ziklag, these men of Manasseh deserted to join him:

Adnah, Jozabad, Jediael, Michael, Jozabad, Elihu, and Zillethai,

chiefs of thousands in Manasseh.

21 So they helped David against the bands of raiders because all of them

were mighty men of valor and commanders in the army.

22 (Ge 32:2; Jos 5:14) For at that time, day by day, they came to help

David until they became a great camp like the camp of God.



[1] Now these are they that came to David to Ziklag, while he yet kept

himself close because of Saul the son of Kish: and they were among the

mighty men, helpers of the war.

[2] They were armed with bows, and could use both the right hand and the

left in hurling stones and shooting arrows out of a bow, even of Saul's

brethren of Benjamin.

[3] The chief was Ahiezer, then Joash, the sons of Shemaah the Gibeathite;

and Jeziel, and Pelet, the sons of Azmaveth; and Berachah, and Jehu the

Antothite,

[4] And Ismaiah the Gibeonite, a mighty man among the thirty, and over the

thirty; and Jeremiah, and Jahaziel, and Johanan, and Josabad the

Gederathite,

[5] Eluzai, and Jerimoth, and Bealiah, and Shemariah, and Shephatiah the

Haruphite,

[6] Elkanah, and Jesiah, and Azareel, and Joezer, and Jashobeam, the

Korhites,

[7] And Joelah, and Zebadiah, the sons of Jeroham of Gedor.

[8] And of the Gadites there separated themselves unto David into the hold

to the wilderness men of might, and men of war fit for the battle, that

could handle shield and buckler, whose faces were like the faces of lions,

and were as swift as the roes upon the mountains;

[9] Ezer the first, Obadiah the second, Eliab the third,

[10] Mishmannah the fourth, Jeremiah the fifth,

[11] Attai the sixth, Eliel the seventh,

[12] Johanan the eighth, Elzabad the ninth,

[13] Jeremiah the tenth, Machbanai the eleventh.

[14] These were of the sons of Gad, captains of the host: one of the least

was over an hundred, and the greatest over a thousand.

[15] These are they that went over Jordan in the first month, when it had

overflown all his banks; and they put to flight all them of the valleys,

both toward the east, and toward the west.

[16] And there came of the children of Benjamin and Judah to the hold unto

David.

[17] And David went out to meet them, and answered and said unto them, If ye

be come peaceably unto me to help me, mine heart shall be knit unto you: but

if ye be come to betray me to mine enemies, seeing there is no wrong in mine

hands, the God of our fathers look thereon, and rebuke it.

[18] Then the spirit came upon Amasai, who was chief of the captains, and he

said, Thine are we, David, and on thy side, thou son of Jesse: peace, peace

be unto thee, and peace be to thine helpers; for thy God helpeth thee. Then

David received them, and made them captains of the band.

[19] And there fell some of Manasseh to David, when he came with the

Philistines against Saul to battle: but they helped them not: for the lords

of the Philistines upon advisement sent him away, saying, He will fall to

his master Saul to the jeopardy of our heads.

[20] As he went to Ziklag, there fell to him of Manasseh, Adnah, and

Jozabad, and Jediael, and Michael, and Jozabad, and Elihu, and Zilthai,

captains of the thousands that were of Manasseh.

[21] And they helped David against the band of the rovers: for they were all

mighty men of valour, and were captains in the host.

[22] For at that time day by day there came to David to help him, until it

was a great host, like the host of God.



David's Army at Hebron



23 (2Sa 2:3-4; 1Ch 11:10) Now these make up the number of the leaders equipped

for the battalion who came to David at Hebron in order to turn the kingdom

of Saul over to him, as the mouth of the Lord had spoken.

24 The sons of Judah who carried shields and spears:

six thousand eight hundred equipped for war.

25 From the sons of Simeon, mighty men of valor, fit for war: 7100.

26 From the sons of the Levites: four thousand six hundred.

27 Jehoiada was the principal leader of the Aaronites,

and he brought with him three thousand seven hundred,

28 (2Sa 8:17; 1Ch 6:8) while Zadok, a brave young warrior,

brought twenty-two leaders from the house of his father.

29 (2Sa 2:8-9; 1Ch 12:2) From the sons of Benjamin, the brothers of Saul:

three thousand (up to that time the greater number of them were keeping

their loyalty with the house of Saul).

30 From the sons of Ephraim: twenty thousand eight hundred

mighty men of valor, men of reputation in the house of their fathers.

31 From the half-tribe of Manasseh:

eighteen thousand who were marked by name to come and crown David king.

32 (Est 1:13) From the sons of Issachar, those having understanding of times

and what Israel should do: two hundred of their captains

with all their brothers at their command.

33 (Ps 12:2) Of Zebulun, fifty thousand seasoned troops, equipped for battle

with all the weapons of war, to help David with singleness of purpose.

From Zebulun, those going out to war, equipped for battle with all

the weapons of war, to help David with an undivided heart: fifty thousand.

34 From Naphtali: one thousand leaders and thirty-seven thousand with shields

and spears.

35 From the Danites, competent for battle: twenty-eight thousand six hundred.

36 (1Ch 12:33) From Asher, those going out to war, arranged for battle: 40000.

37 Also from the other side of the Jordan, from the Reubenites, the Gadites,

and half of the tribe of Manasseh with all their battle array: 120000.

38 (1Ki 8:61)All these made up the men of war, arranged in ranks,

who came to Hebron with a sincere heart to make David king over all Israel,

along with the all the rest of Israel who with one heart came to make David

king.

39 Now all these were there with David three days, eating and drinking,

for their brothers had made provisions for them,

40 (1Sa 25:18; 2Sa 16:1) and also the ones who were as near to them as

Issachar, Zebulun, and Naphtali were bringing bread on donkeys, on camels,

on mules, and on oxen, food of fine flour, fig cakes, raisins, wine, oil,

herds, and flocks in abundance, for there was joy in Israel.

Day 119, 29 Apr 2025



1) 2 Samuel 5:1-10



1 Chronicles 11,12



2 SAMUEL 5

David Anointed King Over Israel

1 Ch 11:1-3

1 (1Ch 11:1-3; Ge 29:14) All of the tribes of Israel came to David at Hebron

and said, "We are your bone and flesh.

2 (1Sa 18:13; 2Sa 7:7) Previously, when Saul was king over us, you were

the one leading Israel out and in. Also, the Lord said to you:

You will shepherd My people Israel, and you will be ruler over Israel."

3 (2Sa 2:4; Jdg 11:11So all of the elders of Israel came to the king

at Hebron, and King David made a covenant with them before the Lord at Hebron.

They anointed David king over Israel.



[1] Then came all the tribes of Israel to David unto Hebron, and spake,

saying, Behold, we are thy bone and thy flesh.

[2] Also in time past, when Saul was king over us, thou wast he that leddest

out and broughtest in Israel: and the LORD said to thee, Thou shalt feed my

people Israel, and thou shalt be a captain over Israel.

[3] So all the elders of Israel came to the king to Hebron; and king David

made a league with them in Hebron before the LORD: and they anointed David

king over Israel.



4 (1Ch 26:31; 29:27) David was thirty years old when he began to reign,

and he reigned forty years.

5 (2Sa 2:11; 1Ch 3:4) He reigned over Judah from Hebron for seven years

and six months, and he reigned over all of Israel and Judah

from Jerusalem for 33 years.



[4] David was thirty years old when he began to reign, and he reigned forty

years.

[5] In Hebron he reigned over Judah seven years and six months: and in

Jerusalem he reigned thirty and three years over all Israel and Judah.



6 (Jdg 1:8; Jos 15:63)The king and his men went to Jerusalem against

the Jebusites, who were living in the land. They said to David,

"You will not enter here; even the blind and the lame will turn you away"

-thinking, "David cannot enter here."

7 (1Ki 2:10; 2Sa 6:12) Nevertheless, David overthrew the stronghold of Zion,

which is now the City of David.

8 David said on that day, "Whoever defeats the Jebusites, let him go through

the water shaft to reach the lame and the blind, who are despised by David."

Therefore, it is said, "The blind and lame shall not come into the house."

9 (1Ki 9:15; 9:24) So David occupied the stronghold, and he called it the

City of David. He built on all sides from the terraces inward.

10 (2Sa 3:1) David went on and became great, because the Lord,

the God of Hosts, was with him.



[6] And the king and his men went to Jerusalem unto the Jebusites, the

inhabitants of the land: which spake unto David, saying, Except thou take

away the blind and the lame, thou shalt not come in hither: thinking, David

cannot come in hither.

[7] Nevertheless David took the strong hold of Zion: the same is the city of

David.

[8] And David said on that day, Whosoever getteth up to the gutter, and

smiteth the Jebusites, and the lame and the blind, that are hated of David's

soul, he shall be chief and captain. Wherefore they said, The blind and the

lame shall not come into the house.

[9] So David dwelt in the fort, and called it the city of David. And David

built round about from Millo and inward.

[10] And David went on, and grew great, and the LORD God of hosts was with

him.



1 CHRONICLES 11



David, King of Israel



2Sa 5:1-10



1 Then all Israel assembled before David at Hebron,

saying, "We are your own people, even your flesh and blood.

2 (2Sa 5:2; 7:7) Also from times past until now, even when Saul was king,

you were the one who led Israel going out and coming in,

and the Lord your God said to you, Indeed, you will shepherd

My people Israel as the ruler of Israel."

3 (1Sa 16:1; 16:12-13) Then all the elders of Israel came to King David

at Hebron, and he made a covenant with them there before the Lord.

So they anointed David king over Israel according to the word of the Lord

delivered by Samuel.



[1] Then all Israel gathered themselves to David unto Hebron, saying,

Behold, we are thy bone and thy flesh.

[2] And moreover in time past, even when Saul was king, thou wast he that

leddest out and broughtest in Israel: and the LORD thy God said unto thee,

Thou shalt feed my people Israel, and thou shalt be ruler over my people

Israel, and thou shalt be ruler over my people Israel.

[3] Therefore came all the elders of Israel to the king to Hebron; and David

made a covenant with them in Hebron before the LORD; and they anointed David

king over Israel, according to the word of the LORD by Samuel.

David Conquers Jerusalem



4 (Jdg 1:21; Ge 10:16) Now David and all Israel with him went to Jerusalem

(that is, Jebus, since the Jebusites still dwelt there in the land).

5 And the Jebusites said to David, "You will not come here," but he captured

the stronghold of Zion (it is the City of David).

6 (2Sa 8:16) Now David had said, "Whoever strikes Jebus first will be

the commander and leader of the army," so Joab, the son of Zeruiah,

went up first and became the commander.

7 Then David dwelt in the stronghold, which is why they called

it the City of David,

8 and he fortified the city all around from the Millo encircling

the stronghold, while Joab preserved the rest of the city.

9 (2Sa 3:1) So David kept on going, becoming greater and greater,

and the Lord of Hosts was with him.



[4] And David and all Israel went to Jerusalem, which is Jebus; where the

Jebusites were, the inhabitants of the land.

[5] And the inhabitants of Jebus said to David, Thou shalt not come hither.

Nevertheless David took the castle of Zion, which is the city of David.

[6] And David said, Whosoever smiteth the Jebusites first shall be chief and

captain. So Joab the son of Zeruiah went first up, and was chief.

[7] And David dwelt in the castle; therefore they called it the city of

David.

[8] And he built the city round about, even from Millo round about: and Joab

repaired the rest of the city.

[9] So David waxed greater and greater: for the LORD of hosts was with him.

David's Mighty Men



2Sa 23:8-39



10 (1Ch 11:3) Now these are the heads of the mighty men whom David had,

who strengthened him in his kingdom, along with all Israel,

to establish him as king according to the word of the Lord to Israel.

11 (2Sa 23:8) These make up the number of the mighty men who fought for David:

Jashobeam, the son of Hakmoni, the head of the thirty, who lifted his spear

in triumph over three hundred slain at one time.

12 (1Ch 27:4) After him was Eleazar, the son of Dodai the Ahohite,

who was among the three mighty men.

13 He was with David at Pas Dammim when the Philistines were gathered

there for battle. There was a piece of ground full of barley.

Now the men fled from the Philistines.

14 But they stood their ground in the middle of the field, defended it,

and killed the Philistines; and the Lord saved them by a great victory.

15 (1Ch 14:9; Isa 17:5) Now three of the thirty captains climbed

down the rock to David at the cave of

while the camp of the Philistines was set up in the Valley of Rephaim.

16 (1Sa 10:5) (At that time, David was in the stronghold, but a garrison

of the Philistines was in Bethlehem.)

17 Now David was overcome with longing and said,

"Who will get me a drink of water from the well of Bethlehem by the gate?"

18 These three broke through the Philistine camp, drew water from the well

of Bethlehem by the gate, and carried it back to David. However, he was not

willing to drink it but poured out the water to the Lord.

19 For he said, "Far be it from me before my God to do this.

Should I drink the life blood of these men who put their lives in jeopardy?

For at the risk of their lives they brought it." Therefore

he would not drink it.

The three mighty men did these things.

20 (1Sa 26:6) Also Abishai himself, the brother of Joab,

was a captain of the three who lifted his spear in triumph

over three hundred slain and was given a name among the three.

21 He was honored as a leader by the second company of the three,

but he did not attain to the first three.

22 (Jos 15:21; 2Sa 8:18) Benaiah son of Jehoiada was

the son of a valiant man from Kabzeel, who had done many deeds.

He killed two Moabite warriors. Indeed, once he went down into a well

and struck a lion on a snowy day.

23 (1Sa 17:7) And he killed an Egyptian, a man of great stature, five cubits

[About 7 feet 6 inches, or 2.3 meters.] tall. The Egyptian had in his hand a

spear like a weaver's beam, and he went down to him with a staff,

wrested the spear from the Egyptian's hand, and killed him with his own spear.

24 Benaiah, the son of Jehoiada, did these things, and won a name among

the three mighty men.

25 Out of the thirty captains, he himself was honored, and although

he did not attain to the three, David set him over his guard.

26 (1Ch 27:7)Now the other mighty men of valor of the army were

Asahel the brother of Joab,

Elhanan the son of Dodo of Bethlehem,

27 Shammoth the Harorite,

Helez the Pelonite,

28 (1Ch 27:12) Ira the son of Ikkesh the Tekoite,

Abiezer the Anathothite,

29 Sibbekai the Hushathite,

Ilai the Ahohite,

30 Maharai the Netophathite,

Heled the son of Baanah, the Netoph­athite,

31 Ithai the son of Ribai of Gibeah in Benjamin,

Benaiah the Pirathonite,

32 Hurai from the rivers of Gaash,

Abiel the Arbathite,

33 Azmaveth the Baharumite,

Eliahba the Shaalbonite,

34 the sons of Hashem the Gizonite,

Jonathan the son of Shagee, the Hararite,

35 Ahiam the son of Sakar, the Hararite,

Eliphal the son of Ur,

36 Hepher the Mekerathite,

Ahijah the Pelonite,

37 Hezro the Carmelite,

Naarai the son of Ezbai,

38 Joel the brother of Nathan,

Mibhar the son of Hagri,

39 Zelek the Ammonite,

Naharai the Berothite, the armor bearer of Joab, the son of Zeruiah,

40 Ira the Ithrite,

Gareb the Ithrite,

41 Uriah the Hittite,

Zabad the son of Ahlai,

42 Adina the son of Shiza, the Reubenite, a captain of the Reubenites,

and thirty with him,

43 Hanan the son of Maakah,

Joshaphat the Mithnite,

44 Uzzia the Ashterathite,

Shama and Jeiel the sons of Hotham, the Aroerite,

45 Jediael the son of Shimri and

Joha his brother, the Tizite,

46 Eliel the Mahavite,

and Jeribai and Joshaviah the sons of Elnaam,

Ithmah the Moabite,

47 Eliel, Obed, and Jaasiel the Mezobaite.

7) Prayers for the nation (Canada) coming from Prayer map of Canada



http://www.ehc.ca



Day 28 of the Month



a) Pray for new Canadians, that they will have opportunity to hear

and respond to the Gospel and place their faith in Jesus Christ.



(



John 5:24



24 (Jn 3:18; 1Jn 3:14; Jn 3:36) "Truly, truly I say to you, whoever

hears My word and believes in Him who sent

Me has eternal life and shall not come into condemnation,

but has passed from death into life."



24 Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that heareth my word,

and believeth on him that sent me, hath everlasting life,

and shall not come into condemnation; but is passed from death unto life.



)



b) Pray for God's kingdom to come in the life of someone you

know today . (



The Lord's prayer



Matthew 6:9-13



9 "Therefore pray in this manner:

Our Father who is in heaven,

hallowed be Your name.

10 (Mt 3:2; 4:17) Your kingdom come;

Your will be done

on earth, as it is in heaven.

11 (Pr 30:8; Isa 33:16) Give us this day our daily bread.

12 (Ex 34:7; Ps 32:1) And forgive us our debts,

as we forgive our debtors.

13 (1Co 10:13; Jn 17:15) And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.



For Yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen. "



9 After this manner therefore pray ye:

Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name.

10 Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven.

11 Give us this day our daily bread.

12 And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.

13 And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil:

For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.



)



Conclusion:



Pray to the Lord and pray to remember He will hear you in times of trouble.



Pray to the Lord: "Faithful God, thank You for keeping me

in Your line of sight."



Pray to the Lord and pray for the Word of the Lord dwell in you richly.



Pray to the Lord and pray to know the Blessings of the Lord.



Pray to the Lord and pray to know the upcoming rapture of the church.



Agree in prayer with us for:

- new Christian workers among Manitoba's growing Muslim population

- new church ministries focused on prayer, equipping and reaching Muslim

communities around them, as well as training new workers

- the Arabic fellowship and their ministries of discipling new Muslim

background believers and for effectiveness in outreach

- for the recent Somali woman who found faith in Jesus and stood her ground

in the face of opposition to her new faith.

- for current workers among Muslims to be blessed, refreshed and encouraged

with great support

- Pray for opportunities to show the love of Christ to Muslims around you

- Pray for, and offer generous hospitality to, those you know who are serving

Christ among Muslim people -

Romans 12:13 "contribute to the needs of the saints, practice hospitality."

- When you gather with fellow believers, remember to pray for Muslims

throughout the year and encourage them to also participate in 30 Days!



Pray for new Canadians, that they will have opportunity to hear

and respond to the Gospel and place their faith in Jesus Christ.



Pray for God's kingdom to come in the life of someone you

know today .



Ask the Lord to comfort Tien, Duyen, Duy, Sua and others in
"https://www.vomcanada.com/vietnam.htm">Vietnam whose loved ones

were martyred.



Pray to the Lord that to know the Holy Spirit.

and Seek ye first the Kingdom of God and His Righteousness



Remember eternity starts now -

Pray for the direction you take to the Ever lasting loving God

3) Daily verses taken from Billy Graham Evangelical Organisation



Words in Season Scripture Memory Tools



Week 1 Knowing God's Word Day 3 - Let the Word Dwell in You



Col 3:16



16 (Eph 5:19; Col 1:28; Ro 10:17) Let the word of Christ dwell

in you richly in all wisdom, teaching and admonishing

one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs,

singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.



16 Let the word of Christ dwell

in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing

one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs,

singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.



Every day, whether we are aware of it or not, our minds are

bombarded by 20th Century values: "Dress for success!" "Get ahead!"

"You deserve a break today ...." Television, radio, and the incessant

voices that surround us distract our attention and keep us from

focusing on what is really important in our lives.

Paul's instruction to the Colossian Church brings us back to God's

value system: "Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly."

When we give attention to the Word of God, we put ourselves in a position

to hear a higher truth the clamour of immediate demands

and the expectations of the world around us. We can experience peace

in the midst of struggle and rest in a restless environment.

God's Word is a powerful force for good in our lives - not merely

an attractive philosophy, but true power to overcome the pressures

of daily life.

Dwelling on the Word of God, and letting it indwell us, takes many forms.

Scripture memory, music, meditation, talking with others about the

goodness of God all help us keep our attention focused on Christ rather

than on the values of the world around us.

We can choose to listen to Christian radio or tapes. We can take time

daily for quiet meditation on his Word. We can commit the Word to memory

and draw on its power during the day. And as we listen to the voice

of the Spirit rather than the noise around us, we can enter into

his peace and live in communion with him.



Application



a) What pressures do I face that tend to distract me from the reality

of Christ's presence?



b) How can I "let the word of Christ dwell richly" in me, so that I

an regain my focus on him?



c) What practical changes can I make in my life to help me focus

my attention on Jesus and his word?



4) From Prosperity Promises - Kenneth Copeland



Proverbs 10:22



22 The blessing of the Lord makes rich ,and He adds no sorrow with it.



22 The blessing of the LORD, it maketh rich, And he addeth no sorrow with it.



5) From a Book called God's Promises for you:



When you are Saddened by Loss



1 Cor 15:35-38,51-57



35 But someone will say, "How are the dead raised up?

With what body do they come?"

36 You fool! What you sow is not made alive unless it dies.

37 When you sow, you do not sow the body that shall be, but a bare kernel,

perhaps of wheat or of some other grain.

38 Then God gives it a body as He pleases, and to each seed its own body.



51 Listen, I tell you a mystery: We shall not all sleep, but we shall

all be changed.

52 In a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trumpet,

for the trumpet will sound, the dead will be raised incorruptible,

and we shall be changed.

53 For tis corruptible will put on incorruption,

and this mortal will put on immortality.

54 When this corruptible will have put on incorruption,

and this mortal will have put on immortality,

then the saying that is written shall come to pass:

"Death is swallowed up in victory."

55 "O death, where is your sting?

O grave, where is your victory?"

56 The sting of death is sin, and the strength of sin is the law.

57 But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through

our Lord Jesus Christ!



35 But some man will say, How are the dead raised up?

and with what body do they come?

36 Thou fool, that which thou sowest is not quickened, except it die:

37 and that which thou sowest, thou sowest not that body that shall be,

but bare grain, it may chance of wheat, or of some other grain:

38 but God giveth it a body as it hath pleased him,

and to every seed his own body.



51 Behold, I shew you a mystery; We shall not all sleep, but we shall

all be changed,

52 in a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trump:

for the trumpet shall sound, and the dead shall be raised incorruptible,

and we shall be changed.

53 For this corruptible must put on incorruption,

and this mortal must put on immortality.

54 So when this corruptible shall have put on incorruption,

and this mortal shall have put on immortality, then shall be brought

to pass the saying that is written, Death is swallowed up in victory.

55 O death, where is thy sting? O grave, where is thy victory?

56 The sting of death is sin; and the strength of sin is the law.

57 But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through

our Lord Jesus Christ.



Remember God's promises when You pray



The Lord's prayer



Matthew 6:9-13



9 "Therefore pray in this manner:

Our Father who is in heaven,

hallowed be Your name.

10 (Mt 3:2; 4:17) Your kingdom come;

Your will be done

on earth, as it is in heaven.

11 (Pr 30:8; Isa 33:16) Give us this day our daily bread.

12 (Ex 34:7; Ps 32:1) And forgive us our debts,

as we forgive our debtors.

13 (1Co 10:13; Jn 17:15) And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For Yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen."



9 After this manner therefore pray ye:

Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name.

10 Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven.

11 Give us this day our daily bread.

12 And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.

13 And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil:

For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.



6) This come from Praying for Muslims in Canada 2015 (Is there a 2022 edition?)



Manitoba



Quick facts on Muslims in Manitoba



Manitoba 2015 population 1 282 000



est Muslim Population 21 349



CNMM Networks: Winnipeg



The Muslim population of Manitoba, understandably centred in Winnipeg, is very

diverse and represents some 48 different cultural and ethnic backgrounds.

Conservative estimates put their number at 21000 , with some suggesting

it might be twice that size.

Some outreach among Muslims has started, yet in comparison to the size

of this community, there is the need and opportunity for far more engagement.

Continued influx of new immigrants and refugees continues to see the growth

of this Muslim centre in Manitoba.

We rejoice in the Arabic fellowship meeting there and the energetic workers

among Muslims in Winnipeg.



Let us intercede in unity for:



- new Christian workers among Manitoba's growing Muslim population

- new church ministries focused on prayer, equipping and reaching Muslim

communities around them, as well as training new workers

- the Arabic fellowship and their ministries of discipling new Muslim

background believers and for effectiveness in outreach

- for the recent Somali woman who found faith in Jesus and stood her ground

in the face of opposition to her new faith.

- for current workers among Muslims to be blessed, refreshed and encouraged

with great support



Adding further



30 days of prayer for the Muslim World 24 April to 23 May 2020



Under the Keep Praying page



When the new moon is sighted it marks the beginning of t he new Islamic month

and Eid al-Fitr, the "Festival of Breaking the Fast", will start! After 30 days

of fasting, the Eid celebration at the end of Ramadan is a joyful time that

usually lasts about 3 days. Muslims will buy new clothes, exchange gifts and,

of course, enjoy special foods. In Muslim-majority nations, the streets may be

decorated and festivals will be held.



For many Muslims, Eid-al-Fitr begins with communal prayers at daybreak and the

distribution of money (zakat) to the poor, which is one of the 5 pillars of

Islam.



You can greet Muslim friends during this time by saying "Eid Mubarak",

which means Blessed Eid!"



Ramadan is over for this year, but you can continue to pray for Muslims you

know, and Muslims around the world:



- Despite the unsettling developments in our world today that involve actions

in the name of Islam, there is at the same time a largely untold story about

unprecedented movement to Christ among Muslims. There have been more such

movements of thousands or more new disciples among Muslims in the last three

decades or so than in all the previous history of Christian Muslim

relationships! Pray for this momentum to continue.

Acts 2:12-17 : 17 "In the last days it shall be," says God,

"that I will pour out My Spirit on all flesh;

your sons and your daughters shall prophesy,

your young men shall see visions, and your old men shall dream dreams.

18 Even on My menservants and maidservants

I will pour out My Spirit in those days; and they shall prophesy.

19 And I will show wonders in heaven above and signs on the earth below:

blood, and fire, and vapor of smoke. 20 The sun shall be turned into darkness,

and the moon into blood, before that great and glorious day of the Lord comes.

21 And whoever calls on the name of the Lord shall be saved."[a]



Footnotes

Acts 2:21 Joel 2:28-32.

- Pray for Christian workers an organisations focused on seeing effective

discipleship movements among Muslim people.

- Ask the Holy Spirit to continue to inspire you to have god's heart for

Muslims, to see them as He does, and to be the light that then to Jesus.

Matthew 5:14-15 : 14 "You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a

hill cannot be hidden. 15 Neither do men light a candle and put it under

a basket, but on a candlestick. And it gives light to all who are in the

house."



Ideas for prayer



- Pray for opportunities to show the love of Christ to Muslims around you

- Pray for, and offer generous hospitality to, those you know who are serving

Christ among Muslim people -

Romans 12:13 "contribute to the needs of the saints, practice hospitality."

- When you gather with fellow believers, remember to pray for Muslims

throughout the year and encourage them to also participate in 30 Days!



My paternal side is of Muslim heritage and will offer this section to further

call for Muslim converts to Christian and any other converts to Christianity

(Hindus, Jews, aboriginals Canadian, ...) .

PSALMS 104



1 Bless the Lord, O my soul!

O Lord my God, You are very great!

You are clothed with honor and majesty,

2 (Ps 63:1; 84:2) covering Yourself with light as a garment,

who stretches out the heavens like a tent curtain,

3 (Ps 79:10; 80:5) who lays the upper beams

of His chambers on the waters above,

who makes the clouds His chariot,

who rides upon the wings of the wind,

4 (Isa 30:29; Ps 62:8) who makes His angels as winds,

His ministers a flaming fire.

5 (Ps 42:11; 43:5) You laid the earth on its foundations,

so that it should never be moved.

6 (2Sa 17:22; Dt 3:8-9) You covered it with the deep as a garment;

the waters stood above the mountains.

7 (Ps 88:7; Jnh 2:3) At Your rebuke they fled;

at the sound of Your thunder they departed away.

8 (Job 35:10; Ps 63:6 ) The mountains rose up;

the valleys went down

to the place that You appointed them.

9 (Ps 38:6; 18:2) You set a boundary that they may not pass over,

that they may not again cover the earth.

10 (Ps 42:3; Joel 2:17) You send the springs to gush forth in the valleys,

which flow between the hills.

11 (Ps 42:5; 43:5) They give drink to every animal of the field;

the wild donkeys quench their thirst.

12 By them the birds of the heavens have their habitation;

they sing among the branches.

13 You water the mountains from Your lofty chamber;

the earth is satisfied with the fruit of Your works.

14 You cause the grass to grow for the cattle

and plants for the cultivation of man,

that he may bring forth food from the earth

15 and wine that makes glad the heart of man,

and oil that makes shine his face,

and bread that strengthens his heart.

16 The trees of the Lord are well watered,

the cedars of Lebanon that He has planted,

17 where the birds make their nests,

where the stork has its home in the fir trees.

18 The high mountains are for the wild goats,

and the rocks a refuge for the badgers.

19 He set the moon to mark the appointed seasons;

the sun knows its time for going down.

20 You make darkness, and it is night,

when all the animals of the forest go forth.

21 The young lions roar after their prey

and seek their food from God.

22 When the sun arises, they gather themselves together

and lay down in their dens.

23 Man goes forth to his work

and to his labor until the evening.

24 O Lord, how manifold are Your works!

With wisdom You have made them all;

the earth is full of Your creatures-

25 so is this great and wide sea,

which is full of innumerable creatures,

living animals both small and great.

26 There go the ships,

and there is Leviathan, which You have made to play in it.

27 These all wait upon You,

that You may give them their food in due season.

28 When You give it to them,

they gather it;

when You open Your hand,

they are filled with good food.

29 When You hide Your face,

they are troubled;

You take away their breath,

and they die and return to their dust.

30 When You send forth Your Spirit,

they are created,

and You renew the surface of the ground.

31 May the glory of the Lord endure forever;

may the Lord rejoice in His works.

32 He looks on the earth, and it trembles;

He touches the mountains, and they smoke.

33 I will sing unto the Lord as long as I live;

I will sing praise to my God while I have my being.

34 May my meditation be sweet to Him,

for I will be glad in the Lord.

35 Let sinners be consumed from the earth,

and let the wicked be no more.

Bless the Lord, O my soul!

Praise the Lord!



Psalm 104

[1] Bless the LORD, O my soul. O LORD my God, thou art very great; thou art

clothed with honour and majesty.

[2] Who coverest thyself with light as with a garment: who stretchest out

the heavens like a curtain:

[3] Who layeth the beams of his chambers in the waters: who maketh the

clouds his chariot: who walketh upon the wings of the wind:

[4] Who maketh his angels spirits; his ministers a flaming fire:

[5] Who laid the foundations of the earth, that it should not be removed for

ever.

[6] Thou coveredst it with the deep as with a garment: the waters stood

above the mountains.

[7] At thy rebuke they fled; at the voice of thy thunder they hasted away.

[8] They go up by the mountains; they go down by the valleys unto the place

which thou hast founded for them.

[9] Thou hast set a bound that they may not pass over; that they turn not

again to cover the earth.

[10] He sendeth the springs into the valleys, which run among the hills.

[11] They give drink to every beast of the field: the wild asses quench

their thirst.

[12] By them shall the fowls of the heaven have their habitation, which sing

among the branches.

[13] He watereth the hills from his chambers: the earth is satisfied with

the fruit of thy works.

[14] He causeth the grass to grow for the cattle, and herb for the service

of man: that he may bring forth food out of the earth;

[15] And wine that maketh glad the heart of man, and oil to make his face to

shine, and bread which strengtheneth man's heart.

[16] The trees of the LORD are full of sap; the cedars of Lebanon, which he

hath planted;

[17] Where the birds make their nests: as for the stork, the fir trees are

her house.

[18] The high hills are a refuge for the wild goats; and the rocks for the

conies.

[19] He appointed the moon for seasons: the sun knoweth his going down.

[20] Thou makest darkness, and it is night: wherein all the beasts of the

forest do creep forth.

[21] The young lions roar after their prey, and seek their meat from God.

[22] The sun ariseth, they gather themselves together, and lay them down in

their dens.

[23] Man goeth forth unto his work and to his labour until the evening.

[24] O LORD, how manifold are thy works! in wisdom hast thou made them all:

the earth is full of thy riches.

[25] So is this great and wide sea, wherein are things creeping innumerable,

both small and great beasts.

[26] There go the ships: there is that leviathan, whom thou hast made to

play therein.

[27] These wait all upon thee; that thou mayest give them their meat in due

season.

[28] That thou givest them they gather: thou openest thine hand, they are

filled with good.

[29] Thou hidest thy face, they are troubled: thou takest away their breath,

they die, and return to their dust.

[30] Thou sendest forth thy spirit, they are created: and thou renewest the

face of the earth.

[31] The glory of the LORD shall endure for ever: the LORD shall rejoice in

his works.

[32] He looketh on the earth, and it trembleth: he toucheth the hills, and

they smoke.

[33] I will sing unto the LORD as long as I live: I will sing praise to my

God while I have my being.

[34] My meditation of him shall be sweet: I will be glad in the LORD.

[35] Let the sinners be consumed out of the earth, and let the wicked be no

more. Bless thou the LORD, O my soul. Praise ye the LORD.



2) Our Daily Bread for 28 April 2026 titled In God's Line

of Sight by Xochitl Dixon



Psalms 121

A Song of Ascents.

1 I will lift up my eyes to the hills,

from where does my help come?

2 (Ps 63:1; 84:2) My help comes from the Lord,

who made heaven and earth.

3 (Ps 79:10; 80:5) He will not let your foot slip;

He who keeps you will not slumber.

4 (Isa 30:29; Ps 62:8) Behold, He who guards Israel

shall neither slumber nor sleep.

5 (Ps 42:11; 43:5) The Lord is your guardian;

the Lord is your shade at your right hand.

6 (2Sa 17:22; Dt 3:8-9) The sun shall not harm you during the day,

nor the moon during the night.

7 (Ps 88:7; Jnh 2:3) The Lord shall protect you from all evil;

He shall preserve your soul.

8 (Job 35:10; Ps 63:6) The Lord shall preserve your going out

and your coming in from now and for evermore.



Psalm 121

A Song of degrees.

[1] I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills,

From whence cometh my help.

[2] My help cometh from the LORD,

Which made heaven and earth.

[3] He will not suffer thy foot to be moved:

He that keepeth thee will not slumber.

[4] Behold, he that keepeth Israel

Shall neither slumber nor sleep.

[5] The LORD is thy keeper:

The LORD is thy shade upon thy right hand.

[6] The sun shall not smite thee by day,

Nor the moon by night.

[7] The LORD shall preserve thee from all evil:

He shall preserve thy soul.

[8] The LORD shall preserve thy going out and thy coming in

From this time forth, and even for evermore.



Trina received a free ticket to a sold-out event and tucked it into her Bible.

Later, her son saw her frantically searching through the pantry. When she

explained that she'd lost her Bible, he asked why she was looking in the food

cupboard. "Because I've looked everywhere else, and the event starts in thirty

minutes," she said. "I don't want to miss one moment." Her son chuckled.

"Breathe, Mom," he said. "I think you're suffering from FOMO, the fear of

missing out." She laughed. As her son joined the search, Trina's husband

entered. "You left this in the car," he said, holding up the Bible.



While it's not wrong to enjoy unexpected blessings, big breaks, or

once-in-a-lifetime opportunities, a desire for enjoyment can easily turn into

a fear of missing out. We can even be tempted to think God holds out on us or

loses sight of us. However, the "Maker of heaven and earth" (Psalm 121:2) is

our ever-watchful and never-sleeping provider and protector (vv. 3-7). So we

don't have to fret over detours, delays, or even missed opportunities. God

will watch over our "coming and going both now and forevermore" (v. .



During times of affliction, seasons of abundance, and in every mundane moment

God plans for us in-between, we’re always in His line of sight. We won't miss

out on anything God has planned for us to experience.



Reflect & Pray



How does being in God's line of sight impact your life?

When has missing out on something led to an unexpected blessing?



Faithful God, thank You for keeping me in Your line of sight.



Watch Jack Beck explain more on seasons in the wilderness.

Day 118, 28 April 2025



1) Psalms 102,103,104



PSALMS 102



A Prayer of one afflicted, when he is overwhelmed

and pours out his complaint before the Lord.



1 Hear my prayer, O Lord,

and let my cry come unto You.

2 (Ps 63:1; 84:2) Do not hide Your face from me

in the day when I am in trouble;

incline Your ear to me;

in the day when I call answer me quickly.

3 (Ps 79:10; 80:5) For my days are consumed like smoke,

and my bones are burned as a furnace.

4 (Isa 30:29; Ps 62:8) My heart is struck down and withered like grass,

so that I forget to eat my bread.

5 (Ps 42:11; 43:5) Because of the sound of my groaning

my bones cling to my skin.

6 (2Sa 17:22; Dt 3:8-9) I am like an owl of the wilderness,

like a screech owl of the desert.

7 (Ps 88:7; Jnh 2:3) I stay awake and am

as a sparrow alone upon the housetop.

8 (Job 35:10; Ps 63:6) My enemies reproach me all the day,

and those who taunt me curse my name.

9 (Ps 38:6; 18:2) For I have eaten ashes like bread

and mixed my drink with weeping,

10 (Ps 42:3; Joel 2:17) because of Your indignation and Your wrath,

for You have lifted me up, and cast me down.

11 (Ps 42:5; 43:5) My days are like an evening shadow that vanishes,

and I wither away like grass.

12 But You, O Lord, shall endure forever enthroned

and Your reputation to all generations.

13 You shall arise, and have mercy upon Zion,

for the time to favor her,

indeed, the appointed time has come.

14 For Your servants take pleasure in her stones,

and have pity on her dust.

15 So the nations shall fear the name of the Lord,

and all the kings of the earth Your glory.

16 For the Lord shall build up Zion;

He shall appear in His glory.

17 He will regard the prayer of the destitute

and will not despise their prayer.

18 Let this be written for the generation to come,

that a people who shall be created shall praise the Lord.

19 For He has looked down from the height of His sanctuary;

from heaven the Lord looked down on the earth,

20 to hear the groaning of the prisoners

and to set free those who are appointed to death,

21 that they may declare the name of the Lord in Zion

and His praise in Jerusalem;

22 when the peoples are gathered together,

and the kingdoms, to serve the Lord.

23 He has weakened my strength in my midlife;

He has shortened my days.

24 I said,

"O my God, do not take me away in the midst of my days-

Your years endure throughout all generations."

25 From before You have laid the foundation of the earth,

and the heavens are the work of Your hands.

26 They shall perish, but You shall endure;

indeed, all of them shall wear out like a garment;

like a robe You shall change them,

and they shall pass away,

27 but You are the same,

and Your years shall have no end.

28 The children of Your servants shall be secure,

and their offspring shall be established before You.



Psalm 102

[1] Hear my prayer, O LORD, and let my cry come unto thee.

[2] Hide not thy face from me in the day when I am in trouble; incline thine

ear unto me: in the day when I call answer me speedily.

[3] For my days are consumed like smoke, and my bones are burned as an hearth.

[4] My heart is smitten, and withered like grass; so that I forget to eat my

bread.

[5] By reason of the voice of my groaning my bones cleave to my skin.

[6] I am like a pelican of the wilderness: I am like an owl of the desert.

[7] I watch, and am as a sparrow alone upon the house top.

[8] Mine enemies reproach me all the day; and they that are mad against me

are sworn against me.

[9] For I have eaten ashes like bread, and mingled my drink with weeping,

[10] Because of thine indignation and thy wrath: for thou hast lifted me up,

and cast me down.

[11] My days are like a shadow that declineth; and I am withered like grass.

[12] But thou, O LORD, shalt endure for ever; and thy remembrance unto all

generations.

[13] Thou shalt arise, and have mercy upon Zion: for the time to favour her,

yea, the set time, is come.

[14] For thy servants take pleasure in her stones, and favour the dust

thereof.

[15] So the heathen shall fear the name of the LORD, and all the kings of

the earth thy glory.

[16] When the LORD shall build up Zion, he shall appear in his glory.

[17] He will regard the prayer of the destitute, and not despise their

prayer.

[18] This shall be written for the generation to come: and the people which

shall be created shall praise the LORD.

[19] For he hath looked down from the height of his sanctuary; from heaven

did the LORD behold the earth;

[20] To hear the groaning of the prisoner; to loose those that are appointed

to death;

[21] To declare the name of the LORD in Zion, and his praise in Jerusalem;

[22] When the people are gathered together, and the kingdoms, to serve the

LORD.

[23] He weakened my strength in the way; he shortened my days.

[24] I said, O my God, take me not away in the midst of my days: thy years

are throughout all generations.

[25] Of old hast thou laid the foundation of the earth: and the heavens are

the work of thy hands.

[26] They shall perish, but thou shalt endure: yea, all of them shall wax

old like a garment; as a vesture shalt thou change them, and they shall be

changed:

[27] But thou art the same, and thy years shall have no end.

[28] The children of thy servants shall continue, and their seed shall be

established before thee.



PSALMS 103



A Psalm of David.



1 Bless the Lord, O my soul,

and all that is within me, bless His holy name.

2 (Ps 63:1; 84:2) Bless the Lord, O my soul,

and forget not all His benefits,

3 (Ps 79:10; 80:5) who forgives all your iniquities,

who heals all your diseases,

4 (Isa 30:29; Ps 62:8) who redeems your life from the pit,

who crowns you with lovingkindness and tender mercies,

5 (Ps 42:11; 43:5) who satisfies your mouth with good things,

so that your youth is renewed like the eagle's.

6 (2Sa 17:22; Dt 3:8-9) The Lord does righteousness

and justice for all who are oppressed.

7 (Ps 88:7; Jnh 2:3) He made known His ways to Moses,

His acts to the people of Israel.

8 (Job 35:10; Ps 63:6) The Lord is merciful and gracious,

slow to anger, and abounding in mercy.

9 (Ps 38:6; 18:2) He will not always accuse,

neither will He keep his anger forever.

10 (Ps 42:3; Joel 2:17) He does not treat us according to our sins,

nor repay us according to our iniquities.

11 (Ps 42:5; 43:5) For as the heavens are high above the earth,

so great is His mercy toward those who fear Him;

12 as far as the east is from the west,

so far has He removed our transgressions from us.

13 Like a father shows compassion to his children,

so the Lord gives compassion to those who fear Him.

14 For He knows how we are formed;

He remembers that we are dust.

15 As for man, his days are as grass;

as a flower of the field he flourishes.

16 For the hot wind passes over it, and it is gone;

the place where it was is not known.

17 But the mercy of the Lord

is from everlasting to everlasting

upon those who fear Him,

and His righteousness to children's children,

18 to those who keep His covenant,

and to those who remember to do His commandments.

19 The Lord has established His throne in the heavens,

and His kingdom rules over all.

20 Bless the Lord, you His angels,

who are mighty, and do His commands,

and obey the voice of His word.

21 Bless the Lord, all you His hosts;

you servants who do His pleasure.

22 Bless the Lord, all His works,

in all places of His dominion.

Bless the Lord, O my soul!



Psalm 103

[1] Bless the LORD, O my soul: and all that is within me, bless his holy

name.

[2] Bless the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits:

[3] Who forgiveth all thine iniquities; who healeth all thy diseases;

[4] Who redeemeth thy life from destruction; who crowneth thee with

lovingkindness and tender mercies;

[5] Who satisfieth thy mouth with good things; so that thy youth is renewed

like the eagle's.

[6] The LORD executeth righteousness and judgment for all that are

oppressed.

[7] He made known his ways unto Moses, his acts unto the children of Israel.

[8] The LORD is merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and plenteous in

mercy.

[9] He will not always chide: neither will he keep his anger for ever.

[10] He hath not dealt with us after our sins; nor rewarded us according to

our iniquities.

[11] For as the heaven is high above the earth, so great is his mercy toward

them that fear him.

[12] As far as the east is from the west, so far hath he removed our

transgressions from us.

[13] Like as a father pitieth his children, so the LORD pitieth them that

fear him.

[14] For he knoweth our frame; he remembereth that we are dust.

[15] As for man, his days are as grass: as a flower of the field, so he

flourisheth.

[16] For the wind passeth over it, and it is gone; and the place thereof

shall know it no more.

[17] But the mercy of the LORD is from everlasting to everlasting upon them

that fear him, and his righteousness unto children's children;

[18] To such as keep his covenant, and to those that remember his

commandments to do them.

[19] The LORD hath prepared his throne in the heavens; and his kingdom

ruleth over all.

[20] Bless the LORD, ye his angels, that excel in strength, that do his

commandments, hearkening unto the voice of his word.

[21] Bless ye the LORD, all ye his hosts; ye ministers of his, that do his

pleasure.

[22] Bless the LORD, all his works in all places of his dominion: bless the

LORD, O my soul.

3) Daily verses taken from Billy Graham Evangelical Organisation



Words in Season Scripture Memory Tools



Week 1 Knowing God's Word Day 2 - Growing Up



2 Tim 3:16-17



16 (Ro 15:4) All Scripture is inspired by God and is profitable

for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for instruction

in righteousness,

17 (1Ti 6:11; 2Ti 2:21) that the man of God may be complete,

thoroughly equipped for every good work.



16 All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable

for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction

in righteousness:

17 that the man of God may be perfect,

throughly furnished unto all good works.



"I can't wait till I get big!" Marc, age 5, declared. "Then I do

what I want!" Most of us, as children, shared Marc's statement.

We looked forward to that "magic age" - 16, 18, 21 - when we

would be adults: mature, able to make our own decisions.

We find, of course, that adulthood has its own share of

difficulties and conflicts. But even in our spiritual lives

we often long for a "magic moment" of maturity. As one woman

confessed, "Ever since I became a Christian, I've hoped I'd wake up

one morning to find myself mature."

But growth in the spiritual life comes gradually, like growth in

the physical world. In 2 Tim 2:16-17, Paul gives the young pastor

Timothy an important key to spiritual growing up - the Word of God.

The Word is "profitable" or "useful," Paul says, for "teaching" - that is,

for developing a right concept of God. Scripture offers "rebuke" when

we go wrong, "correction" to set us on the right path, and "training

in righteousness" so that we can grow in the image of Christ.

The purpose of Scripture's work in our lives, Paul emphasises,

is that we may be "perfect" - mature, equipped for the good things

God has for us to do. Such maturity does not come easily

or instantaneously, but it does come - sometimes imperceptibly -

as we submit our lives to the transforming power of God's Word.



Application



a) In what areas of my life do I need to grow? How can I benefit

from the Bible's



i) teaching?



ii) rebuke?



iii) correction?



iv) training in righteousness?



4) Prosperity verses from Kenneth Copeland



Deut 8:18



18 But you must remember the Lord your God, for it is He who gives you

the ability to get wealth, so that He may establish His covenant which

He swore to your fathers, as it is today.



18 But thou shalt remember the LORD thy God: for it is he that giveth thee

power to get wealth, that he may establish his covenant which he sware unto

thy fathers, as it is this day.



5) From a Book called God's Promises for you:



When you are lonely



PSALMS 25:15-21



15 My eyes are ever toward the Lord,

for He will lead my feet from the net.

16 Turn to me, and be gracious to me,

for I am isolated and afflicted.

17 The troubles of my heart are enlarged;

bring me out of my distresses.

18 Look on my pain and misery,

and forgive all my sins.

19 Consider my enemies, for they are many,

and they hate me with violent hatred.

20 Watch over my life, and deliver me!

Let me not suffer shame,

for I seek refuge in You.

21 Truth and integrity will preserve me

while I wait for You.



15 Mine eyes are ever toward the LORD;

For he shall pluck my feet out of the net.

16 Turn thee unto me, and have mercy upon me;

For I am desolate and afflicted.

17 The troubles of my heart are enlarged:

O bring thou me out of my distresses.

18 Look upon mine affliction and my pain;

And forgive all my sins.

19 Consider mine enemies; for they are many;

And they hate me with cruel hatred.

20 O keep my soul, and deliver me:

Let me not be ashamed; for I put my trust in thee.

21 Let integrity and uprightness preserve me;

For I wait on thee.



Remember God's promises when You pray



The Lord's prayer



Matthew 6:9-13



9 "Therefore pray in this manner:

Our Father who is in heaven,

hallowed be Your name.

10 (Mt 3:2; 4:17) Your kingdom come;

Your will be done

on earth, as it is in heaven.

11 (Pr 30:8; Isa 33:16) Give us this day our daily bread.

12 (Ex 34:7; Ps 32:1) And forgive us our debts,

as we forgive our debtors.

13 (1Co 10:13; Jn 17:15) And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For Yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen."



9 After this manner therefore pray ye:

Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name.

10 Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven.

11 Give us this day our daily bread.

12 And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.

13 And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil:

For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.



6) This come from Praying for Muslims in Canada 2015 (Is there a 2022 edition?)



Manitoba



Quick facts on Muslims in Manitoba



Manitoba 2015 population 1 282 000



est Muslim Population 21 349



CNMM Networks: Winnipeg



The Muslim population of Manitoba, understandably centred in Winnipeg, is very

diverse and represents some 48 different cultural and ethnic backgrounds.

Conservative estimates put their number at 21000 , with some suggesting

it might be twice that size.

Some outreach among Muslims has started, yet in comparison to the size

of this community, there is the need and opportunity for far more engagement.

Continued influx of new immigrants and refugees continues to see the growth

of this Muslim centre in Manitoba.

We rejoice in the Arabic fellowship meeting there and the energetic workers

among Muslims in Winnipeg.



Let us intercede in unity for:



- new Christian workers among Manitoba's growing Muslim population

- new church ministries focused on prayer, equipping and reaching Muslim

communities around them, as well as training new workers

- the Arabic fellowship and their ministries of discipling new Muslim

background believers and for effectiveness in outreach

- for the recent Somali woman who found faith in Jesus and stood her ground

in the face of opposition to her new faith.

- for current workers among Muslims to be blessed, refreshed and encouraged

with great support



Adding further



30 days of prayer for the Muslim World 24 April to 23 May 2020



Under the Keep Praying page



When the new moon is sighted it marks the beginning of t he new Islamic month

and Eid al-Fitr, the "Festival of Breaking the Fast", will start! After 30 days

of fasting, the Eid celebration at the end of Ramadan is a joyful time that

usually lasts about 3 days. Muslims will buy new clothes, exchange gifts and,

of course, enjoy special foods. In Muslim-majority nations, the streets may be

decorated and festivals will be held.



For many Muslims, Eid-al-Fitr begins with communal prayers at daybreak and the

distribution of money (zakat) to the poor, which is one of the 5 pillars of

Islam.



You can greet Muslim friends during this time by saying "Eid Mubarak",

which means Blessed Eid!"



Ramadan is over for this year, but you can continue to pray for Muslims you

know, and Muslims around the world:



- Despite the unsettling developments in our world today that involve actions

in the name of Islam, there is at the same time a largely untold story about

unprecedented movement to Christ among Muslims. There have been more such

movements of thousands or more new disciples among Muslims in the last three

decades or so than in all the previous history of Christian Muslim

relationships! Pray for this momentum to continue.

Acts 2:12-17 : 17 "In the last days it shall be," says God,

"that I will pour out My Spirit on all flesh;

your sons and your daughters shall prophesy,

your young men shall see visions, and your old men shall dream dreams.

18 Even on My menservants and maidservants

I will pour out My Spirit in those days; and they shall prophesy.

19 And I will show wonders in heaven above and signs on the earth below:

blood, and fire, and vapor of smoke. 20 The sun shall be turned into darkness,

and the moon into blood, before that great and glorious day of the Lord comes.

21 And whoever calls on the name of the Lord shall be saved."[a]



Footnotes

Acts 2:21 Joel 2:28-32.

- Pray for Christian workers an organisations focused on seeing effective

discipleship movements among Muslim people.

- Ask the Holy Spirit to continue to inspire you to have god's heart for

Muslims, to see them as He does, and to be the light that then to Jesus.

Matthew 5:14-15 : 14 "You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a

hill cannot be hidden. 15 Neither do men light a candle and put it under

a basket, but on a candlestick. And it gives light to all who are in the

house."



Ideas for prayer



- Pray for opportunities to show the love of Christ to Muslims around you

- Pray for, and offer generous hospitality to, those you know who are serving

Christ among Muslim people -

Romans 12:13 "contribute to the needs of the saints, practice hospitality."

- When you gather with fellow believers, remember to pray for Muslims

throughout the year and encourage them to also participate in 30 Days!



My paternal side is of Muslim heritage and will offer this section to further

call for Muslim converts to Christian and any other converts to Christianity

(Hindus, Jews, aboriginals Canadian, ...) .

7) Prayers for the nation (Canada) coming from Prayer map of Canada



http://www.ehc.ca



Day 27 of the Month



a) Pray that God's Spirit will melt the pride that causes many to

hold to wrong opinions of Christ and His Salvation.



(



2 Cor 10:4-5



4 For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal,

but mighty through God to the pulling down of strongholds,

5 casting down imaginations and every high thing

that exalts itself against the knowledge of God,

bringing every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ,



4 (for the weapons of our warfare are not carnal,

but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds;)

5 casting down imaginations, and every high thing

that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God,

and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ;



)



b) Pray that the Lord will awaken a desire in the hearts of those who

are lost to seek Him and to seek The Truth.



Conclusion:



Pray to the Lord and pray to be of a Godly Heritage.



Pray to the Lord: "Dear God, please help

me yield myself to Your potter's hand."



Pray to the Lord and pray to be equipped by the Holy Word.



Pray to the Lord and pray to honour His Covenant.



Pray to the Lord and pray for integrity and uprightness to preserve you.



Agree in prayer with us for:

- new Christian workers among Manitoba's growing Muslim population

- new church ministries focused on prayer, equipping and reaching Muslim

communities around them, as well as training new workers

- the Arabic fellowship and their ministries of discipling new Muslim

background believers and for effectiveness in outreach

- for the recent Somali woman who found faith in Jesus and stood her ground

in the face of opposition to her new faith.

- for current workers among Muslims to be blessed, refreshed and encouraged

with great support

- Pray for opportunities to show the love of Christ to Muslims around you

- Pray for, and offer generous hospitality to, those you know who are serving

Christ among Muslim people -

Romans 12:13 "contribute to the needs of the saints, practice hospitality."

- When you gather with fellow believers, remember to pray for Muslims

throughout the year and encourage them to also participate in 30 Days!



Pray continually for Sikhs to find Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour.



Pray that God's Spirit will melt the pride that causes many to

hold to wrong opinions of Christ and His Salvation.



Pray that the Lord will awaken a desire in the hearts of those who

are lost to seek Him and to seek The Truth.



Pray for Pastor Moussa in Niger

, who was wrongly imprisoned; and his wife Lariya, who faced familial

rejection.



Pray to the Lord that to know the Holy Spirit.

and Seek ye first the Kingdom of God and His Righteousness



Remember eternity starts now -

Pray for the direction you take to the Ever lasting loving God

1 CHRONICLES 9





[3] And in Jerusalem dwelt of the children of Judah, and of the children of

Benjamin, and of the children of Ephraim, and Manasseh;

[4] Uthai the son of Ammihud, the son of Omri, the son of Imri, the son of

Bani, of the children of Pharez the son of Judah.

[5] And of the Shilonites; Asaiah the firstborn, and his sons.

[6] And of the sons of Zerah; Jeuel, and their brethren, six hundred and

ninety.

[7] And of the sons of Benjamin; Sallu the son of Meshullam, the son of

Hodaviah, the son of Hasenuah,

[8] And Ibneiah the son of Jeroham, and Elah the son of Uzzi, the son of

Michri, and Meshullam the son of Shephathiah, the son of Reuel, the son of

Ibnijah;

[9] And their brethren, according to their generations, nine hundred and

fifty and six. All these men were chief of the fathers in the house of their

fathers.

[10] And of the priests; Jedaiah, and Jehoiarib, and Jachin,

[11] And Azariah the son of Hilkiah, the son of Meshullam, the son of Zadok,

the son of Meraioth, the son of Ahitub, the ruler of the house of God;

[12] And Adaiah the son of Jeroham, the son of Pashur, the son of

Malchijah,

and Maasiai the son of Adiel, the son of Jahzerah, the son of Meshullam,

the son of Meshillemith, the son of Immer;

[13] And their brethren, heads of the house of their fathers, a thousand and

seven hundred and threescore; very able men for the work of the service of

the house of God.

[14] And of the Levites; Shemaiah the son of Hasshub, the son of Azrikam,

the son of Hashabiah, of the sons of Merari;

[15] And Bakbakkar, Heresh, and Galal, and Mattaniah the son of Micah, the

son of Zichri, the son of Asaph;

[16] And Obadiah the son of Shemaiah, the son of Galal, the son of Jeduthun,

and Berechiah the son of Asa, the son of Elkanah, that dwelt in the villages

of the Netophathites.

[17] And the porters were, Shallum, and Akkub, and Talmon, and Ahiman, and

their brethren: Shallum was the chief;

[18] Who hitherto waited in the king's gate eastward: they were porters in

the companies of the children of Levi.

[19] And Shallum the son of Kore, the son of Ebiasaph, the son of Korah, and

his brethren, of the house of his father, the Korahites, were over the work

of the service, keepers of the gates of the tabernacle: and their fathers,

being over the host of the LORD, were keepers of the entry.

[20] And Phinehas the son of Eleazar was the ruler over them in time past,

and the Lord was with him.

[21] And Zechariah the son of Meshelemiah was porter of the door of the

tabernacle of the congregation.

[22] All these which were chosen to be porters in the gates were two hundred

and twelve. These were reckoned by their genealogy in their villages, whom

David and Samuel the seer did ordain in their set office.

[23] So they and their children had the oversight of the gates of the house

of the Lord, namely, the house of the tabernacle, by wards.

[24] In four quarters were the porters, toward the east, west, north, and

south.

[25] And their brethren, which were in their villages, were to come after

seven days from time to time with them.

[26] For these Levites, the four chief porters, were in their set office,

and were over the chambers and treasuries of the house of God.

[27] And they lodged round about the house of God, because the charge was

upon them, and the opening thereof every morning pertained to them.

[28] And certain of them had the charge of the ministering vessels, that

they should bring them in and out by tale.

[29] Some of them also were appointed to oversee the vessels, and all the

instruments of the sanctuary, and the fine flour, and the wine, and the oil,

and the frankincense, and the spices.

[30] And some of the sons of the priests made the ointment of the spices.

[31] And Mattithiah, one of the Levites, who was the firstborn of Shallum

the Korahite, had the set office over the things that were made in the

pans.

[32] And other of their brethren, of the sons of the Kohathites, were over

the shewbread, to prepare it every sabbath.

[33] And these are the singers, chief of the fathers of the Levites, who

remaining in the chambers were free: for they were employed in that work

day and night.

[34] These chief fathers of the Levites were chief throughout their

generations; these dwelt at Jerusalem.



41 (1Ch 8:35) The sons of Micah were Pithon, Melek, Tahrea, and Ahaz.

42 (1Ch 8:36) Ahaz became the father of Jarah,

and Jarah the father of Alemeth, Azmaveth, and Zimri.

Zimri became the father of Moza,

43 (1Ch 8:37) and Moza became the father of Binea, Rephaiah his son,

Eleasah his son, and Azel his son.

44 Azel had six sons, and these were their names:

Azrikam, Bokeru, Ishmael, Sheariah, Obadiah, and Hanan.

These were the sons of Azel.



[41] And the sons of Micah were, Pithon, and Melech, and Tahrea, and Ahaz.

[42] And Ahaz begat Jarah; and Jarah begat Alemeth, and Azmaveth, and Zimri;

and Zimri begat Moza;

[43] And Moza begat Binea; and Rephaiah his son, Eleasah his son, Azel his

son.

[44] And Azel had six sons, whose names are these, Azrikam, Bocheru, and

Ishmael, and Sheariah, and Obadiah, and Hanan: these were the sons of Azel.



1 CHRONICLES 10



The Death of Saul

1Sa 31:1-13; 2Sa 1:4-12



1 (1Sa 31:1-13; 1Ch 10:8) Now when the Philistines fought against Israel,

every Israelite fighter fled before the Philistines, and the slain fell

on Mount Gilboa.

2 But the Philistines pursued Saul and his sons and struck down Saul's sons

Jonathan, Abinadab, and Malki-Shua.

3 As the battle with Saul became heavy, the archers' bows found their target

and mortally wounded him.

4 (1Sa 31:4) So Saul said to his armor bearer, "Draw your sword and pierce me

through lest these uncircumcised Philistines come and make a fool of me."

But his armor bearer was unwilling to do it because he was overwhelmed

with fear, so Saul took the sword and fell on it himself.

5 When the armor bearer saw that Saul was dead,

he too fell on his sword and died.

6 Thus, Saul and his three sons, namely all his house, died together.

7 Now when all the children of Israel in the valley saw that they had fled

the battlefield, and Saul and his sons were dead, they abandoned their cities

and escaped, leaving the Philistines to come and dwell in them.

8 The next day, when the Philistines came to pillage the slain,

they found Saul and his sons fallen on Mount Gilboa.

9 So they stripped Saul, removed his head and his armor,

and circulated the news of his demise throughout the land of the Philistines

to their idols as well as the people.

10 Then they placed his armor in the temple of their gods, while his head

they impaled in the house of Dagon.

11 Now all Jabesh Gilead heard about everything the Philistines did to Saul,

12 so their valiant men rose up and carried the body of Saul and the bodies

of his sons to Jabesh. They buried their bones under the oak in Jabesh

and fasted, mourning seven days.

13 (Lev 19:31; 20:6) So Saul died because of his unfaithful

deeds against the Lord,

because of his failure to keep the word of the Lord, and because he sought

to consult a spirit of divination

14 (1Sa 15:28; 13:14) but did not seek the Lord. So He killed him and turned

the kingdom over to David the son of Jesse.



[1] Now the Philistines fought against Israel; and the men of Israel fled

from before the Philistines, and fell down slain in mount Gilboa.

[2] And the Philistines followed hard after Saul, and after his sons; and

the Philistines slew Jonathan, and Abinadab, and Malchi-shua, the sons of

Saul.

[3] And the battle went sore against Saul, and the archers hit him, and he

was wounded of the archers.

[4] Then said Saul to his armourbearer, Draw thy sword, and thrust me

through therewith; lest these uncircumcised come and abuse me. But his

armourbearer would not; for he was sore afraid. So Saul took a sword, and

fell upon it.

[5] And when his armourbearer saw that Saul was dead, he fell likewise on

the sword, and died.

[6] So Saul died, and his three sons, and all his house died together.

[7] And when all the men of Israel that were in the valley saw that they

fled, and that Saul and his sons were dead, then they forsook their cities,

and fled: and the Philistines came and dwelt in them.

[8] And it came to pass on the morrow, when the Philistines came to strip

the slain, that they found Saul and his sons fallen in mount Gilboa.

[9] And when they had stripped him, they took his head, and his armour, and

sent into the land of the Philistines round about, to carry tidings unto

their idols, and to the people.

[10] And they put his armour in the house of their gods, and fastened his

head in the temple of Dagon.

[11] And when all Jabesh-gilead heard all that the Philistines had done to

Saul,

[12] They arose, all the valiant men, and took away the body of Saul, and

the bodies of his sons, and brought them to Jabesh, and buried their bones

under the oak in Jabesh, and fasted seven days.

[13] So Saul died for his transgression which he committed against the

LORD,

even against the word of the LORD, which he kept not, and also for asking

counsel of one that had a familiar spirit, to inquire of it;

[14] And inquired not of the LORD: therefore he slew him, and turned the

kingdom unto David the son of Jesse.



2) Our Daily Bread for 27 April 2026 titled

Yielded and Still by Kenneth Petersen



Jeremiah 18:1-6



The Potter and the Clay



1 The word which came to Jeremiah from the Lord, saying:

2 (Jer 19:1-2) "Arise and go down to the potter's house,

and there I will cause you to hear My words."

3 Then I went down to the potter's house, and there he was making

something on the wheel.

4 Yet the vessel that he made of clay was spoiled in the hand of the potter;

so he made it again into another vessel,

as seemed good to the potter to make it.

5 Then the word of the Lord came to me, saying:

6 (Isa 64:8; 45:9) O house of Israel, can I not do with you as this potter?

says the Lord. As the clay is in the potter's hand, so are you in My hand,

O house of Israel.



Jeremiah 18

[1] The word which came to Jeremiah from the LORD, saying,

[2] Arise, and go down to the potter's house, and there I will cause

thee to hear my words.

[3] Then I went down to the potter's house, and, behold, he wrought a work

on the wheels.

[4] And the vessel that he made of clay was marred in the hand of the

potter: so he made it again another vessel, as seemed good to the potter to

make it.

[5] Then the word of the LORD came to me, saying,

[6] O house of Israel, cannot I do with you as this potter? saith the LORD.

Behold, as the clay is in the potter's hand, so are ye in mine hand, O

house of Israel.



Not much is known about Adelaide Pollard, and that's sort of the point. She

was a humble servant of God who wanted no recognition for herself. At the age

of 40, she felt a strong calling to be a missionary to Africa, but that door

was closed to her, leaving her greatly discouraged. Yet Adelaide was reminded

of a verse: "Like clay in the hand of the potter, so are you in my hand"

(Jeremiah 18:6). Later, she penned a hymn with these lyrics:

"Thou art the potter, I am the clay."



The image in Jeremiah has much to speak into our lives today:

"The pot he was shaping from the clay was marred in his hands; so the potter

formed it into another pot, shaping it as seemed best to him" (18:4). This is

a picture of how God reshapes us into His better purpose. Whatever we think

we should do and be, God may have another shape for our lives:

"Like clay in the hand of the potter, so are you in my hand" (v. 6).



Eventually Adelaide did go to Africa, but it may be that God's shape for her

life had more to do with other things - perhaps writing that hymn, "Have Thine

Own Way," which has inspired millions in the years since. When we feel "on

hold" in what we want to do, we might think about how God is shaping us in the

meantime. We do well to let God have His own way and wait,

"yielded and still," for His greater purpose.



Reflect & Pray



How do you feel discouraged in your life goals today?

How might you let God have His way with your life?



Dear God, please help me yield myself to Your potter's hand.



Learn about God’s invitation into wholeness.

1 Chronicles 8:1-28



1 (Ge 46:21; Nu 26:38) Now Benjamin became the father of Bela his firstborn,

Ashbel the second, Aharah the third,

2 Nohah the fourth, and Rapha the fifth.

3 (Ge 46:21) The sons of Bela were Addar, Gera, Abihud,

4 Abishua, Naaman, Ahoah,

5 (1Ch 7:12) Gera, Shephuphan, and Huram.

6 (Jdg 3:20-30; 1Ch 2:54) These are the sons of Ehud,

who were the heads of the fathers' houses to those dwelling in Geba,

and who exiled them to Manahath.

7 So he exiled Naaman, Ahijah, and Gera and

then became the father of Uzza and Ahihud.

8 Shaharaim had sons in the country of Moab

after he had sent away his wives Hushim and Baara.

9 He had sons with his wife Hodesh, namely Jobab, Zibia, Mesha, Malkam,

10 Jeuz, Sakia, and Mirmah. These were his sons, heads of the fathers' houses.

11 He also had sons by Hushim: Abitub and Elpaal.

12 (Ezr 2:33; Ne 6:2) The sons of Elpaal were

Eber, Misham, Shemed (he built Ono and Lod with its towns),

13 Beriah, and Shema, who were heads of the fathers' houses

to those dwelling in Aijalon and who drove out the inhabitants of Gath,

14 as well as Ahio, Shashak, Jeremoth,

15 Zebadiah, Arad, Eder,

16 Michael, Ishpah, and Joha, the sons of Beriah.

17 Zebadiah, Meshullam, Hizki, Heber,

18 Ishmerai, Izliah, and Jobab were the sons of Elpaal.

19 Jakim, Zikri, Zabdi,

20 Elienai, Zillethai, Eliel,

21 Adaiah, Beraiah, and Shimrath were the sons of Shimei.

22 Ishpan, Eber, Eliel,

23 Abdon, Zikri, Hanan,

24 Hananiah, Elam, Anthothijah,

25 Iphdeiah, and Penuel were the sons of Shashak.

26 Shamsherai, Shehariah, Athaliah,

27 Jaareshiah, Elijah, and Zikri were the sons of Jeroham.

28 These were heads of the fathers' houses according to their generations,

chief men who dwelt in Jerusalem.



[1] Now Benjamin begat Bela his firstborn, Ashbel the second, and Aharah the

third,

[2] Nohah the fourth, and Rapha the fifth.

[3] And the sons of Bela were, Addar, and Gera, and Abihud,

[4] And Abishua, and Naaman, and Ahoah,

[5] And Gera, and Shephuphan, and Huram.

[6] And these are the sons of Ehud: these are the heads of the fathers of

the inhabitants of Geba, and they removed them to Manahath:

[7] And Naaman, and Ahiah, and Gera, he removed them, and begat Uzza, and

Ahihud.

[8] And Shaharaim begat children in the country of Moab, after he had sent

them away; Hushim and Baara were his wives.

[9] And he begat of Hodesh his wife, Jobab, and Zibia, and Mesha, and

Malcham,

[10] And Jeuz, and Shachia, and Mirma. These were his sons, heads of the

fathers.

[11] And of Hushim he begat Abitub, and Elpaal.

[12] The sons of Elpaal; Eber, and Misham, and Shamed, who built Ono, and

Lod, with the towns thereof:

[13] Beriah also, and Shema, who were heads of the fathers of the

inhabitants of Aijalon, who drove away the inhabitants of Gath:

[14] And Ahio, Shashak, and Jeremoth,

[15] And Zebadiah, and Arad, and Ader,

[16] And Michael, and Ispah, and Joha, the sons of Beriah;

[17] And Zebadiah, and Meshullam, and Hezeki, and Heber,

[18] Ishmerai also, and Jezliah, and Jobab, the sons of Elpaal;

[19] And Jakim, and Zichri, and Zabdi,

[20] And Elienai, and Zilthai, and Eliel,

[21] And Adaiah, and Beraiah, and Shimrath, the sons of Shimhi;

[22] And Ishpan, and Heber, and Eliel,

[23] And Abdon, and Zichri, and Hanan,

[24] And Hananiah, and Elam, and Antothijah,

[25] And Iphedeiah, and Penuel, the sons of Shashak;

[26] And Shamsherai, and Shehariah, and Athaliah,

[27] And Jaresiah, and Eliah, and Zichri, the sons of Jeroham.

[28] These were heads of the fathers, by their generations, chief men. These

dwelt in Jerusalem.



1 Chronicles 8:29-40



29 The father of Gibeon dwelt in Gibeon, and Maakah was his wife's name.

30 His firstborn son was Abdon, along with Zur, Kish, Baal, Nadab,

31 Gedor, Ahio, and Zeker.

32 Mikloth also became the father of Shimeah. Now these also dwelt

in Jerusalem with their own families near their brothers.

33 (1Sa 9:1; 31:2; 2Sa 2:8) Ner became the father of Kish;

Kish the father of Saul; Saul the father of Jonathan,

Malki-Shua, Abinadab, and Esh-Baal.

34 (2Sa 9:12; 4:4) Jonathan's son was

Merib-Baal, and Merib-Baal became the father of Micah.

35 The sons of Micah were Pithon, Melek, Tarea, and Ahaz.

36 Ahaz became the father of Jehoad'dah, and Jehoaddah

became the father of Alemeth, Azmaveth,

and Zimri. Zimri became the father of Moza,

37 and Moza became the father of Binea.

Now Raphah was his son, Eleasah his son, and Azel his son.

38 Azel had six sons, and their names were

Azrikam, Bokeru, Ishmael, Sheariah, Obadiah, and Hanan.

All these were the sons of Azel.

39 The sons of his brother Eshek were

Ulam his firstborn, Jeush the second, and Eliphelet the third.

40 The sons of Ulam were mighty men of valor, even archers,

and had many sons and grandsons, one hundred and fifty in all.

These were all the sons of Benjamin.



[28] These were heads of the fathers, by their generations, chief men.

These

dwelt in Jerusalem.

[29] And at Gibeon dwelt the father of Gibeon; whose wife's name was

Maachah:

[30] And his firstborn son Abdon, and Zur, and Kish, and Baal, and Nadab,

[31] And Gedor, and Ahio, and Zacher.

[32] And Mikloth begat Shimeah. And these also dwelt with their brethren in

Jerusalem, over against them.

[33] And Ner begat Kish, and Kish begat Saul, and Saul begat Jonathan, and

Malchi-shua, and Abinadab, and Esh-baal.

[34] And the son of Jonathan was Merib-baal; and Merib-baal begat Micah.

[35] And the sons of Micah were, Pithon, and Melech, and Tarea, and Ahaz.

[36] And Ahaz begat Jehoadah; and Jehoadah begat Alemeth, and Azmaveth, and

Zimri; and Zimri begat Moza,

[37] And Moza begat Binea: Rapha was his son, Eleasah his son, Azel his

son:

[38] And Azel had six sons, whose names are these, Azrikam, Bocheru, and

Ishmael, and Sheariah, and Obadiah, and Hanan. All these were the sons of

Azel.

[39] And the sons of Eshek his brother were, Ulam his firstborn, Jehush the

second, and Eliphelet the third.

[40] And the sons of Ulam were mighty men of valour, archers, and had many

sons, and sons' sons, an hundred and fifty. All these are of the sons of

Benjamin.



1 Chronicles 9:1



1 CHRONICLES 9



1 So all Israel was registered by genealogies, and these were written

in the book of the kings of Israel. And Judah was led into exile

to Babylon for their unfaithfulness.



[1] So all Israel were reckoned by genealogies; and, behold, they were

written in the book of the kings of Israel and Judah, who were carried away

to Babylon for their transgression.



2 (Ne 7:73; Ezr 2:43; 2:58) Now the first ones to dwell in their possessions

in their cities were children of Israel, priests, Levites, and temple servants.



[2] Now the first inhabitants that dwelt in their possessions in their

cities were, the Israelites, the priests, Levites, and the Nethinims.



A Post-Exilic Genealogy



Ne 11:3-19



3 (Ne 11:1) Some of the sons of Judah dwelt in Jerusalem alongside

some of the sons of Benjamin, Ephraim, and Manasseh:

4 (Ge 46:12; Nu 26:20) Uthai the son of Ammihud, the son of Omri,

the son of Imri, the son of Bani, of the sons of Perez the son of Judah;

5 of the Shilonites: Asaiah the firstborn and his sons;

6of the sons of Zerah: Jeuel and their brothers, six hundred and ninety.

7 Those of the sons of Benjamin were

Sallu the son of Meshullam, the son of Hodaviah, the son of Hassenuah;

8 Ibneiah the son of Jeroham; Elah the son of Uzzi, the son of Mikri;

Meshullam the son of Shephatiah, the son of Reuel, the son of Ibnijah;

9 and their brothers according to their generations, 956.

All these men were heads of families according to their fathers' houses.

10 Those of the priests were Jedaiah, Jehoiarib, Jakin;

11 (Ne 11:11) Azariah the son of Hilkiah, the son of Meshullam,

the son of Zadok, the son of Meraioth, the son of Ahitub,

the head official of the house of God;

12 Adaiah the son of Jeroham, the son of Pashhur, the son of Malkijah;

Maasai the son of Adiel, the son of Jahzerah, the son of Meshullam,

the son of Meshillemith, the son of Immer;

13 and their brothers, heads of the houses of their fathers, 1760

very able men for the work of the service of the house of God.

14 Those of the Levites were Shemaiah the son of Hasshub,

the son of Azrikam, the son of Hashabiah, of the sons of Merari;

15 (Ne 11:22) Bakbakkar, Heresh, Galal, and Mattaniah the son of Mika,

the son of Zikri, the son of Asaph;

16 Obadiah the son of Shemaiah, the son of Galal, the son of Jeduthun;

Berekiah the son of Asa, the son of Elkanah,

who lived in the villages of the Netophathites.

17 Now the gatekeepers were Shallum, Akkub, Talmon, Ahiman,

and their brothers (Shallum was the head officer

18 (Eze 46:1-2) who until then had served at the king's eastern gate).

They were the gatekeepers for the camps of the Levites.

19 Shallum the son of Kore, the son of Ebiasaph, the son of Korah,

and his brothers from his father's house, the Korahites,

were over the work of the service, gatekeepers of the tabernacle.

Their fathers had been over the camp of the Lord, guards at the entrance.

20 Phinehas the son of Eleazar was the official over them in previous times,

and the Lord was with him.

21 (1Ch 26:14; 26:2) Zechariah the son of Meshelemiah was gatekeeper

at the entrance to the tent of meeting.

22 (1Sa 9:9) All those chosen as gatekeepers were two hundred and twelve.

They were registered by their genealogy in their villages. Now David

and Samuel the seer established them in their trusted offices.

23 So they and their sons were in charge of the gates of the house

of the Lord, that is, the house of the tabernacle, as guards.

24 The gatekeepers were on four sides: east, west, north, and south.

25 (2Ki 11:5; 2Ch 23:8) Their brothers in their villages were to come

for seven days from time to time to serve with them.

26 For in their trusted offices the four main gatekeepers who were

Levites had charge over the chambers and treasuries of the house of God.

27 They spent the night around the house of God, for the watch

was entrusted to them, and they were responsible for opening it every morning.

28 Some of them were in charge of the vessels of service, that they should

bring them in and out by number.

29 (1Ch 23:29) Some others were appointed over the furnishings

and all the implements of the sanctuary as well as the fine flour, the wine,

the oil, the frankincense, and the spices.

30 (Ex 30:23-25) And some of the sons of the priests mixed the ointment

of the spices.

31 (1Ch 9:19; 9:22) Mattithiah, one of the Levites (he was the firstborn of

Shallum the Korahite), was entrusted with making the flat cakes.

32 (Lev 24:5-8) Others of the sons of the Kohathites and from their brothers

were given charge over the showbread to prepare it every Sabbath.

33 (1Ch 6:31-33; 25:1-31) Now these are the singers, heads of the fathers'

houses of the Levites, who stayed in the temple chambers, free from

other service, because they were occupied with the work day and night.

34 These were the heads of the fathers' houses of the Levites according

to their generations, leaders, who dwelt in Jerusalem.

Day 117, 27 April 2026



1) 1 Chronicles 7,8,9:1-34,41-45,10



1 CHRONICLES 7



Sons of Issachar

1 (Ge 46:13) Now the sons of Issachar were

Tola, Puah, Jashub, and Shimron, four in all.

2 (2Sa 24:1-9) The sons of Tola were

Uzzi, Rephaiah, Jeriel, Jahmai, Ibsam, and Samuel. They were heads

of their father's house. The sons of Tola were mighty men of valor

in their generations. Their number in the days of David was 22600.

3 The son of Uzzi was Izrahiah, and the sons of Izrahiah were

Michael, Obadiah, Joel, and Ishiah, five chiefs in all.

4 With them, by their generations, after the house of their fathers,

were 36000 troops of war, battle-ready, for they had many wives and sons.

5 Now their brothers from all the families of Issachar were mighty

men of valor, in all eighty-seven thousand registered by genealogy.



[1] Now the sons of Issachar were, Tola, and Puah, Jashub, and Shimron,

four.

[2] And the sons of Tola; Uzzi, and Rephaiah, and Jeriel, and Jahmai, and

Jibsam, and Shemuel, heads of their father's house, to wit, of Tola: they

were valiant men of might in their generations; whose number was in the days

of David two and twenty thousand and six hundred.

[3] And the sons of Uzzi; Izrahiah: and the sons of Izrahiah; Michael, and

Obadiah, and Joel, Ishiah, five: all of them chief men.

[4] And with them, by their generations, after the house of their fathers,

were bands of soldiers for war, six and thirty thousand men: for they had

many wives and sons.

[5] And their brethren among all the families of Issachar were valiant men

of might, reckoned in all by their genealogies fourscore and seven thousand.



Sons of Benjamin



6 (Ge 46:21; 1Ch 8:1-40) Benjamin had Bela, Beker, and Jediael,

three sons in all.

7 The sons of Bela were five:

Ezbon, Uzzi, Uzziel, Jerimoth, and Iri. They were heads

of their fathers' houses, mighty men of valor, and registered

by their genealogies, 22034 in number.

8 The sons of Beker were Zemirah, Joash, Eliezer, Elioenai, Omri,

Jeremoth, Abijah, Anathoth, and Alemeth. All these are the sons of Beker.

9 Now their registration according to their generations,

heads of their fathers' houses, mighty men of valor,

was 20200.

10 The son of Jediael was Bilhan, along with the sons of Bilhan:

Jeush, Benjamin, Ehud, Kenaanah, Zethan, Tarshish, and Ahishahar.

11All these sons of Jediael were heads of their fathers' houses,

mighty men of valor, numbering 17200 soldiers,

ready to go out to war for battle.

12 And the Shuppites and Huppites were the sons of Ir;

the Hushites the sons of Aher.



[6] The sons of Benjamin; Bela, and Becher, and Jediael, three.

[7] And the sons of Bela; Ezbon, and Uzzi, and Uzziel, and Jerimoth, and

Iri, five; heads of the house of their fathers, mighty men of valour; and

were reckoned by their genealogies twenty and two thousand and thirty and

four.

[8] And the sons of Becher; Zemira, and Joash, and Eliezer, and Elioenai,

and Omri, and Jerimoth, and Abiah, and Anathoth, and Alameth. All these are

the sons of Becher.

[9] And the number of them, after their genealogy by their generations,

heads of the house of the fathers, mighty men of valour, was twenty thousand

and two hundred.

[10] The sons also of Jediael; Bilhan: and the sons of Bilhan; Jeush, and

Benjamin, and Ehud, and Chenaanah, and Zethan, and Tharshish, and Ahishahar.

[11] All these the sons of Jediael, by the heads of their fathers, mighty

men of valour, were seventeen thousand and two hundred soldiers, fit to go

out for war and battle.

[12] Shuppim also, and Huppim, the children of Ir, and Hushim, the sons of

Aher.



Sons of Naphtali



13 (Nu 26:48-49) The sons of Naphtali were

Jahziel, Guni, Jezer, and Shallum, descendants of Bilhah.



[13] The sons of Naphtali; Jahziel, and Guni, and Jezer, and Shallum, the

sons of Bilhah.



Sons of Manasseh



14 The sons of Manasseh were

Asriel, whom his Aramean concubine bore. She also bore Makir

the father of Gilead.

15 (Nu 26:33; 36:1-12) Now Makir took a wife for Huppim and Shuppim,

whose sister's name was Maakah.

The name of the second was Zelophehad, and Zelophehad had daughters.

16 Maakah the wife of Makir bore a son, and she called his name Peresh.

His brother's name was Sheresh, and his sons were Ulam and Rakem.

17 (1Sa 12:11)The son of Ulam was Bedan.

These were the sons of Gilead, the son of Makir, the son of Manasseh.

18 His sister Hammoleketh bore Ishhod, Abiezer, and Mahlah.

19 The sons of Shemida were

Ahian, Shechem, Likhi, and Aniam.



[14] The sons of Manasseh; Ashriel, whom she bare: (but his concubine the

Aramitess bare Machir the father of Gilead:

[15] And Machir took to wife the sister of Huppim and Shuppim, whose

sister's name was Maachah;) and the name of the second was Zelophehad: and

Zelophehad had daughters.

[16] And Maachah the wife of Machir bare a son, and she called his name

Peresh; and the name of his brother was Sheresh; and his sons were Ulam and

Rakem.

[17] And the sons of Ulam; Bedan. These were the sons of Gilead, the son of

Machir, the son of Manasseh.

[18] And his sister Hammoleketh bare Ishod, and Abiezer, and Mahalah.

[19] And the sons of Shemida were, Ahian, and Shechem, and Likhi, and Aniam.

Sons of Ephraim



20 (Nu 26:35-36) The sons of Ephraim were

Shuthelah, Bered his son,

Tahath his son, Eleadah his son,

Tahath his son,

21 Zabad his son,

Shuthelah his son, and Ezer and Elead, whom the men of Gath

born in that land killed because they came down to take their livestock.

22 ()Ge 37:34; Job 2:11) Ephraim their father mourned many days,

and his brothers came to comfort him.

23 Then he went in to his wife, and she conceived and bore a son,

so he called his name Beriah, because evil had been in his house

24 (Jos 16:3; 16:5) (his daughter was Sheerah, who built both Lower

and Upper Beth Horon as well as Uzzen Sheerah).

25 Rephah was also his son, as were Resheph, Telah his son, Tahan his son,

26 Ladan his son, Ammihud his son, Elishama his son,

27 (Ex 17:9-14; 24:13) Nun his son, and Joshua his son.

28 Their possessions and settlements were Bethel and its towns,

and to the east Naaran, and to the west Gezer with its towns,

Shechem and its towns, and Ayyah and its towns;

29 (Jdg 1:22-29) also along the borders of the Manassites,

Beth Shan and its towns, Taanach and its towns, Megiddo and its towns,

and Dor and its towns. In these lived the sons of Joseph the son of Israel.



[20] And the sons of Ephraim; Shuthelah, and Bered his son, and Tahath his

son, and Eladah his son, and Tahath his son,

[21] And Zabad his son, and Shuthelah his son, and Ezer, and Elead, whom the

men of Gath that were born in that land slew, because they came down to take

away their cattle.

[22] And Ephraim their father mourned many days, and his brethren came to

comfort him.

[23] And when he went in to his wife, she conceived, and bare a son, and he

called his name Beriah, because it went evil with his house.

[24] (And his daughter was Sherah, who built Beth-horon the nether, and the

upper, and Uzzen-sherah.)

[25] And Rephah was his son, also Resheph, and Telah his son, and Tahan his

son,

[26] Laadan his son, Ammihud his son, Elishama his son,

[27] Non his son, Jehoshua his son.

[28] And their possessions and habitations were, Bethel and the towns

thereof, and eastward Naaran, and westward Gezer, with the towns thereof;

Shechem also and the towns thereof, unto Gaza and the towns thereof:

[29] And by the borders of the children of Manasseh, Beth-shean and her

towns, Taanach and her towns, Megiddo and her towns, Dor and her towns. In

these dwelt the children of Joseph the son of Israel.



Sons of Asher



30 (Ge 46:17; Nu 26:44-46) Now the children of Asher were

Imnah, Ishvah, Ishvi, Beriah, and their sister Serah.

31 The sons of Beriah were

Heber and Malkiel, who was the father of Birzaith.

32 Heber became the father of Japhlet, Shomer, Hotham, and their sister Shua.

33 The sons of Japhlet were

Pasak, Bimhal, and Ashvath.

These were the children of Japhlet.

34 The sons of Shomer were

Ahi, Rohgah, Hubbah, and Aram.

35 The sons of his brother Helem were

Zophah, Imna, Shelesh, and Amal.

36 The sons of Zophah were

Suah, Harnepher, Shual, Beri, Imrah,

37 Bezer, Hod, Shamma, Shilshah, Ithran, and Beera.

38 The sons of Jether were

Jephunneh, Pispah, and Ara.

39 The sons of Ulla were

Arah, Hanniel, and Rizia.

40 All these were the children of Asher, heads of their fathers' houses,

choice men, mighty men of valor, and heads of the leaders. They were

registered by their genealogy among the army fit for war.

Their number was 26000 men.



[30] The sons of Asher; Imnah, and Isuah, and Ishuai, and Beriah, and Serah

their sister.

[31] And the sons of Beriah; Heber, and Malchiel, who is the father of

Birzavith.

[32] And Heber begat Japhlet, and Shomer, and Hotham, and Shua their sister.

[33] And the sons of Japhlet; Pasach, and Bimhal, and Ashvath. These are the

children of Japhlet.

[34] And the sons of Shamer; Ahi, and Rohgah, Jehubbah, and Aram.

[35] And the sons of his brother Helem; Zophah, and Imna, and Shelesh, and

Amal.

[36] The sons of Zophah; Suah, and Harnepher, and Shual, and Beri, and

Imrah,

[37] Bezer, and Hod, and Shamma and Shilshah, and Ithran, and Beera.

[38] And the sons of Jether; Jephunneh, and Pispah, and Ara.

[39] And the sons of Ulla; Arah, and Haniel, and Rezia.

[40] All these were the children of Asher, heads of their father's house,

choice and mighty men of valour, chief of the princes. And the number

throughout the genealogy of them that were apt to the war and to battle was

twenty and six thousand men.