Daily Readings at Southeast

 Scripture: 1 Chronicles 20 1 Chronicles 21 1 Chronicles 22 1 Chronicles 23

 Scripture: 1 Chronicles 16 1 Chronicles 17 1 Chronicles 18 1 Chronicles 19

 Scripture: 1 Chronicles 12 1 Chronicles 13 1 Chronicles 14 1 Chronicles 15

 Scripture: 1 Chronicles 9 1 Chronicles 10 1 Chronicles 11

 Scripture: 1 Chronicles 5 1 Chronicles 6 1 Chronicles 7 1 Chronicles 8

 Scripture: 1 Chronicles 2 1 Chronicles 3 1 Chronicles 4

  Introduction to 1 Chronicles At first glance, 1 Chronicles may feel like a repeat of earlier stories, especially from 1 and 2 Samuel. But this book has a unique purpose and perspective. Written after the exile, it retells Israel’s history to a people who are trying to rebuild and remember who they are. The book opens with nine chapters of genealogies—not the most thrilling reading, but deeply meaningful. These records connect the people back to Adam, Abraham, and especially David. They remind a scattered and discouraged nation that they are still part of God’s story. 1 Chronicles focuses heavily on David’s reign, but leaves out some of his darkest moments—like the story of Bathsheba. That’s not to sugarcoat his life, but to highlight his role in God’s covenant plan. David’s preparation for the temple, his heart for worship, and his leadership become central themes. You'll see detailed instructions for temple worship, the role of the Levites, and the organization of priests and mu...

 Scripture: 2 Kings 21 2 Kings 22 2 Kings 23 2 Kings 24  2 Kings 25

 Scripture: 2 Kings 17 2 Kings 18 2 Kings 19 2 Kings 20

 Scripture:  2 Kings 13 2 Kings 14 2 Kings 15 2 Kings 16

 Scripture: 2 Kings 9 2 Kings 10 2 Kings 11 2 Kings 12

 Scripture: 2 Kings 5 2 Kings 6 2 Kings 7 2 Kings 8

 Scripture: 2 Kings 2 2 Kings 3 2 Kings 4

Introduction to 2 Kings 2 Kings continues the downward spiral that began in 1 Kings. Both the northern kingdom (Israel) and the southern kingdom (Judah) move further away from God—until both are conquered and taken into exile. The book is fast-paced, covering about 300 years of history and dozens of kings. Occasionally, you'll see bright spots—like Hezekiah and Josiah, who led spiritual reforms. But most of the rulers lead the people deeper into sin and idolatry. You’ll also meet Elisha, the prophet who follows Elijah. His ministry is filled with miracles, compassion, and boldness. Like Elijah, Elisha’s role is to speak truth to power and remind the people that God is still on the throne, even when kings are corrupt. Eventually, Israel is conquered by Assyria, and Judah falls to Babylon. The temple is destroyed. The people are exiled. It seems like the promises to Abraham and David have come to an end. But even here, hope remains. God’s prophets have been pointing toward a future r...

 Scripture: 1 Kings 20 1 Kings 21 1 Kings 22

 Scripture: 1 Kings 17 1 Kings 18 1 Kings 19

 Scripture: 1 Kings 13 1 Kings 14 1 Kings 15 1 Kings 16

 Scripture: 1 Kings 9 1 Kings 10 1 Kings 11 1 Kings 12

 Scripture: 1 Kings 5 1 Kings 6 1 Kings 7 1 Kings 8

 Scripture: 1 Kings 2 1 Kings 3 1 Kings 4