1 Chronicles 18:7
And David took the gold shields that belonged to the officers of Hadadezer and brought them to Jerusalem.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of 1 Chronicles 18:7?

2. How does 1 Chronicles 18:7 demonstrate God's provision for David's victories?

3. What can we learn about God's faithfulness from David's actions in this verse?

4. How does 1 Chronicles 18:7 connect to God's promises in 2 Samuel 7:9?

5. How can we apply David's obedience in 1 Chronicles 18:7 to our lives?

6. What does David's collection of shields teach about stewardship of God's blessings?

7. What is the significance of David taking gold shields from Hadadezer's officers in 1 Chronicles 18:7?

8. How does 1 Chronicles 18:7 reflect God's favor towards David's military campaigns?

9. What historical evidence supports the events described in 1 Chronicles 18:7?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Chronicles 18?

11. How do we reconcile the differences between 1 Chronicles 17 and 2 Samuel 7 regarding the details of God's covenant with David?

12. Why does God forbid David from building the temple in 1 Chronicles 22:8 but never give that explicit reason in the parallel accounts (e.g., 2 Samuel 7)?

13. Where is the archaeological evidence to substantiate the extensive tributes of gold, silver, and bronze mentioned in 1 Chronicles 18:7-11?

14. When David defeated the King of Zobah, how many horsemen did he capture? One thousand and seven hundred (2 Samuel 8:4) Seven thousand (I Chronicles 18:4)
Discussion Questions
1. How does David's victory over Hadadezer demonstrate God's faithfulness to His promises to Israel?

2. In what ways can we see God's hand in the "transfers" of power or resources in our own lives?

3. Why is it significant that David brought the gold shields to Jerusalem, and how can we apply this principle of prioritizing our spiritual center in our daily lives?

4. How do David's military victories and the subsequent wealth impact the future of Israel, particularly in Solomon's reign?

5. Reflect on a time when you experienced a "victory" in your life. How did you acknowledge God's role in that success, and how can you ensure that God remains central in your future successes?1. How does the chapter portray David's role as a leader?

2. How do David's military victories contribute to his standing as a king?

3. What does the chapter suggest about the relationship between faith and success?

4. How does David handle the wealth and resources he acquires from his victories?

5. How might David's actions serve as an example for leaders today?

6. What does it mean to be a steward of God's blessings?

7. How does David's treatment of the defeated nations reflect his understanding of justice and mercy?

8. How does the chapter address the concept of enforced servitude?

9. How do you interpret the hamstringing of the chariot horses?

10. What do the dedications of the spoils of war to God tell us about David's faith?

11. Can we draw parallels between David's actions and modern attitudes towards war and victory?

12. What does the reaction of King Tou of Hamath tell us about David's reputation among other nations?

13. What role do David's officers play in his administration?

14. How do you understand David's administration in the context of our modern governmental systems?

15. How does David's approach to leadership resonate with the concept of servant leadership?

16. What can be inferred from the specific details provided about David's administration?

17. How might we apply the lessons from David's leadership to our personal lives?

18. If you were in a position of authority, how would you use your power and influence based on the lessons from this chapter?

19. In what ways can we dedicate our victories or successes to God in modern times?

20. How can we uphold justice and lead in the way of the Lord in our daily lives?

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