At first, I thought to myself, "Awesome! Only three chapters." Then I started reading. Today was a large list of many hard to pronounce names. I understand that such genealogies serve their purpose, but it is not exactly light reading.
I'm hoping that readings like this will be one of those "boy, I'm glad I read that earlier" type readings, because I really got nothing of substance. Maybe later, when I'm reading a passage about a particular time in the Israelites' history, I'll be able to think about how it fits into the context of their genealogy.
It feels good to be back on track with readings. I missed it. I know that they are a lot of work, and that I have to make sure to take time out of my day to do them, but I always feel like God and I have reconnected after. I feel like I was able to stop, take time to reflect on him, and pray. It has done wonders in my spiritual and personal life.
Adam Smith talked about the invisible hand that moves and drives the "modern" capitalist economy. Well, in these readings, I can see the invivsible hand of God moving and driving through the history of Israel, bringing about the events and people that paved the way to Christ. I can also reflect and see the way He has moved in my life and brought to the place I am today: a strong, godly, gorgeous fiance, a woman of noble character; a strong family filled with the word and love of God; good godly friends; and my own personal relationship with Christ. For all of these things, I am humbled and give thanks.
1354 pages to go!
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