David's uncle Jonathan was a counselor; he was a man of insight and a scribe. Jehiel son of Hachmoni attended to the sons of the king. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Chronicles 27:32? 2. How does 1 Chronicles 27:32 highlight the importance of wise counsel in leadership? 3. What role did Jonathan play, and how can we apply this today? 4. How does Jonathan's role connect with Proverbs 11:14 on seeking guidance? 5. Why is understanding "scribe" significant for implementing biblical principles in daily life? 6. How can we ensure our advisors align with biblical values, as seen in 1 Chronicles 27:32? 7. What role did Jonathan, David's uncle, play in 1 Chronicles 27:32? 8. How does 1 Chronicles 27:32 reflect the importance of family in leadership? 9. Why is Jonathan described as a counselor and scribe in 1 Chronicles 27:32? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Chronicles 27? 11. Are the named commanders in 1 Chronicles 27 historically verifiable through archaeology or extrabiblical records? 12. Why does 1 Chronicles 27:23-24 mention divine wrath for numbering, yet still record a partial count of fighting men? 13. Which son of Zerubbabel is an ancestor of Jesus: Abiud (Matthew 1:13) or Rhesa (Luke 3:27)? Neither name matches Zerubbabel's sons listed in 1 Chronicles 3:19-20. 14. Does 1 Chronicles 27 align with known ancient Near Eastern military practices, or are these numbers and divisions exaggerated? Discussion Questions 1. How does the role of a counselor in David's time compare to the role of mentors or advisors in our lives today?2. In what ways can we ensure that we are receiving godly counsel in our decision-making processes? 3. How can we apply the principle of mentorship seen in Jehiel's role to our own lives, particularly in our families or communities? 4. What are some practical steps we can take to ensure that we are effectively documenting and preserving important aspects of our personal or spiritual lives? 5. How does the support system around David, as seen in this verse, reflect the importance of community in achieving God's purposes for our lives?1. How does the structure of King David's administration reflect the themes of order and responsibility? 2. Why do you think it was essential for David to organize his kingdom in such a detailed manner? 3. Can you draw any parallels between the administration of David's kingdom and any modern institutions? 4. Why was it necessary to have different leaders for different divisions of the military and assets of the kingdom? 5. What lessons can we learn about leadership and delegation from this chapter? 6. Reflect on the importance of every role mentioned in the chapter. How does this change your view of 'small' roles in your own life? 7. How does the concept of stewardship apply in your own life in light of this chapter? 8. Discuss the significance of David's decision not to count those under twenty in the census. How does this decision reflect trust in God's promises? 9. What do the different roles in King David's court reveal about the diverse skills and abilities required in administration? 10. How does the administrative structure of David's kingdom reflect the sovereignty and providence of God? 11. How can we apply the principle of structured leadership in our churches, homes, or places of work? 12. If you were in King David’s administration, which role do you think you would fill? Why? 13. Why do you think Joab's census was seen as evil in the eyes of God? 14. How can we ensure we are respecting God’s authority when given leadership roles? 15. What can we learn about responsibility and accountability from King David’s officials? 16. How does the recognition of every role in this chapter affect your understanding of the Body of Christ and its functions? 17. How does God's promise to multiply Israel like the stars of the sky resonate with you in your current life situation? 18. How can we promote and foster a sense of unity and order in our communities like King David did in his administration? 19. How does this chapter change your view on the importance of order and structure in a functioning society? 20. Discuss a situation in your life where you can apply the principles of stewardship, delegation, and trust in God's sovereignty as demonstrated in this chapter. Links 1 Chronicles 27:32 NIV1 Chronicles 27:32 NLT 1 Chronicles 27:32 ESV 1 Chronicles 27:32 NASB 1 Chronicles 27:32 KJV 1 Chronicles 27:32 Commentaries Bible Hub |



