1 Chronicles 22:6
Then David called for his son Solomon and instructed him to build a house for the LORD, the God of Israel.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of 1 Chronicles 22:6?

2. How does 1 Chronicles 22:6 demonstrate David's preparation for Solomon's future role?

3. What qualities did David see in Solomon to build "a house for the LORD"?

4. How can we prepare the next generation for God's work, like David?

5. What other biblical examples show parents guiding children in God's purposes?

6. How can we apply David's foresight in our spiritual and family planning?

7. Why did David charge Solomon with building the temple in 1 Chronicles 22:6?

8. How does 1 Chronicles 22:6 reflect God's plan for leadership succession?

9. What does 1 Chronicles 22:6 reveal about David's relationship with God?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Chronicles 22?

11. Why does 1 Chronicles 23 emphasize a new organizational structure under David, when some historical records suggest Levite roles evolved more gradually?

12. Why does God prohibit David from building the temple in 2 Samuel 7 yet allow Solomon to do so, raising questions of consistency in divine commands?

13. How can one harmonize David’s brutal warfare in 2 Samuel 8 with the biblical depiction of him as a “man after God’s own heart?”

14. In 1 Chronicles 15:29, Michal criticizes David's dance--does this episode conflict with the portrayal of Michal in 2 Samuel, creating an inconsistency in her character and motives?
Discussion Questions
1. How does David’s preparation for the temple reflect the importance of planning and provision in our spiritual lives?

2. In what ways can we ensure that we are leaving a spiritual legacy for future generations?

3. How can we discern God’s specific calling for our lives, and what steps can we take to respond obediently?

4. What are some practical ways we can make worship central in our daily lives, similar to the temple’s role in Israel?

5. How does the concept of God’s timing, as seen in David and Solomon’s account, encourage us in our current circumstances?1. Why was it significant for David to prepare materials for the construction of the Temple?

2. How can we apply David's foresight and preparations to our own lives, especially in preparing the next generation?

3. Why wasn't David allowed to build the temple? How did David handle this divine command?

4. How does the choice of Solomon as the temple builder resonate with God's choice of the young and inexperienced?

5. In what ways did David show his faithfulness to God even though he was not chosen to build the temple?

6. What does David's charge to Solomon teach us about imparting wisdom and responsibility to the younger generation?

7. What is the significance of David's prayer for Solomon? How can we incorporate this example into our own prayers for those taking on big responsibilities?

8. What are some ways we can apply David's command to the leaders of Israel to assist Solomon in our own community or church leadership?

9. How does the preparation for the Temple's construction demonstrate the value of collaboration in achieving God's purpose?

10. What does this chapter reveal about God's plan, timing, and choice of people to carry out His will?

11. How does David's willingness to assist his successor reflect on his character as a leader?

12. In what ways can you prepare and equip those who will succeed you in your current roles (e.g., work, ministry, family)?

13. How can you apply David's command for Solomon to be strong and courageous in your life today?

14. How does the immense preparation of materials reflect the value and reverence David placed on the house of God?

15. What can we learn from David's acceptance of God's will not to build the temple but to prepare for it?

16. What does David's respect for God's decision about the temple's construction teach us about obedience and humility?

17. How can we seek and accept God's guidance when our plans and desires don't align with His?

18. How can we encourage and support those who are young and inexperienced in their spiritual journey, like David did for Solomon?

19. How might you support the next generation in their walk with God, as David did for Solomon?

20. Reflecting on this chapter, what are some ways we can better prepare ourselves to carry out God's will in our lives?

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