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over the Ephraimites was Hoshea son of Azaziah; over one of the half-tribes of Manasseh was Joel son of Pedaiah; Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Chronicles 27:20? 2. How does 1 Chronicles 27:20 illustrate God's order in leadership roles? 3. What can we learn about responsibility from "Elihu, a descendant of Othniel"? 4. How does this verse connect to God's covenant with Israel in the Bible? 5. How can we apply the principle of stewardship from 1 Chronicles 27:20 today? 6. What does the leadership structure in 1 Chronicles 27:20 teach about church governance? 7. What is the significance of 1 Chronicles 27:20 in the context of Israel's tribal leadership? 8. How does 1 Chronicles 27:20 reflect the organizational structure of ancient Israel? 9. Why is the tribe of Ephraim specifically mentioned in 1 Chronicles 27:20? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Chronicles 27? 11. What was King Abijah's mother's name: Michaiah (2 Chronicles 13:2) or Maachah (2 Chronicles 11:20), given Absalom's only daughter was Tamar (2 Samuel 14:27)? 12. 1 Chronicles 20:5: Why does this text say Elhanan killed Goliath's brother, whereas 2 Samuel 21:19 seems to conflict about who killed Goliath? 13. 1 Chronicles 20:1: How does David's apparent absence during the battle align with or contradict other accounts of his military leadership? 14. Are the named commanders in 1 Chronicles 27 historically verifiable through archaeology or extrabiblical records? Discussion Questions 1. How does the appointment of leaders in 1 Chronicles 27:20 reflect God's sovereignty in your own life and community? 2. What significance do you find in the meanings of the names Hoshea and Joel, and how do they relate to your identity in Christ? 3. In what ways can you contribute to unity within your church or community while recognizing individual roles and callings? 4. How can you discern and fulfill the purpose God has for you in the specific place He has positioned you? 5. What steps can you take to honor your spiritual heritage and ensure you are leaving a godly legacy for future generations? 1 Chronicles 27 Bible Study Questions 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 27:20 NIV 1 Chronicles 27:20 NLT 1 Chronicles 27:20 ESV 1 Chronicles 27:20 NASB 1 Chronicles 27:20 KJV 1 Chronicles 27:20 Commentaries Bible Hub