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And David became greater and greater, for the LORD of Hosts was with him. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Chronicles 11:9? 2. How does 1 Chronicles 11:9 demonstrate God's role in David's success? 3. What leadership qualities can we learn from David's growth in 1 Chronicles 11:9? 4. How does David's story connect with God's promises in 2 Samuel 7:8-16? 5. How can we apply "the LORD of Hosts was with him" to our lives? 6. In what ways can we seek God's guidance to strengthen our leadership? 7. How does 1 Chronicles 11:9 demonstrate God's role in David's success and leadership? 8. What historical evidence supports David's rise to power as described in 1 Chronicles 11:9? 9. How does 1 Chronicles 11:9 reflect the theme of divine favor in leadership? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Chronicles 11? 11. What are the visions and prophecies of Gad? 12. In 1 Chronicles 28:3, why would a God of peace forbid David from building the temple simply because he had shed blood, yet historically use wars and conquests to establish Israel? 13. Would Jesus inherit David's throne? Yes, per Luke 1:32. No, as a descendant of cursed Jehoiakim (Matthew 1:11, 1 Chronicles 3:16, Jeremiah 36:30). 14. Are there any contradictions between 1 Samuel 4 and other biblical accounts regarding the fate of Eli's sons or the Ark's movements? Discussion Questions 1. How does the presence of the LORD of Hosts in David's life compare to the role of the Holy Spirit in the life of a believer today? 2. In what ways can we seek to grow "greater and greater" in our spiritual lives, as David did in his leadership? 3. How can we ensure that our successes and achievements are aligned with God's will and not merely our own ambitions? 4. What are some practical steps we can take to cultivate humility and reliance on God in our leadership roles? 5. How does understanding God's sovereignty as the LORD of Hosts impact our response to challenges and uncertainties in life? 1 Chronicles 11 Bible Study Questions 1. How does the unification of Israel under David's kingship symbolize unity in the church today? 2. In what ways do you see God's sovereignty played out in David's ascension to the throne? 3. What are some characteristics of David's leadership that you can incorporate into your own life? 4. Discuss the importance of loyalty as seen in the interaction between David and his warriors. How can we exhibit such loyalty today? 5. How does the conquest of Jerusalem reflect spiritual warfare in a believer's life? 6. How can we apply the bravery of David's mighty warriors in our everyday struggles? 7. How does the anointing of David inspire your understanding of God's divine appointment in your life? 8. How does Joab's contribution to the expansion of Jerusalem resonate with the concept of teamwork in our communities? 9. In what ways do the stories of the Three Mighty Men inspire courage and self-sacrifice? 10. How does David's covenant with the Israelites in verses 1-3 symbolize God's covenant with us? 11. How does the faithfulness of the Thirty Commanders resonate with our commitment to God? 12. What qualities do you admire most in David's leadership? How can these be applicable today? 13. Compare David's transformation from shepherd boy to king. How does it inspire your spiritual journey? 14. How can we, as modern believers, uphold the unity of the church like the Israelites under David's rule? 15. How does the narrative of David's mighty warriors challenge your perspective on spiritual battles? 16. In what ways can we respond to God's call, like David did, in our lives? 17. How does the account of David's mighty warriors enrich your understanding of commitment and loyalty to God's kingdom? 18. Discuss the concept of spiritual warfare as seen in the conquest of Jerusalem. How does it relate to your personal spiritual battles? 19. How can David's journey from being a shepherd boy to becoming king inspire believers to embrace God's plan for them? 20. In what ways does the narrative of David's reign challenge your understanding of God's sovereignty and His plan for His people? Links 1 Chronicles 11:9 NIV 1 Chronicles 11:9 NLT 1 Chronicles 11:9 ESV 1 Chronicles 11:9 NASB 1 Chronicles 11:9 KJV 1 Chronicles 11:9 Commentaries Bible Hub