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Arphaxad was the father of Shelah, and Shelah was the father of Eber. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Chronicles 1:18? 2. How does 1 Chronicles 1:18 connect to the genealogy of Jesus Christ? 3. What significance does Eber hold in the lineage mentioned in 1 Chronicles 1:18? 4. How can understanding genealogies deepen our appreciation for God's plan in Scripture? 5. How does this genealogy demonstrate God's faithfulness throughout generations? 6. How can studying biblical genealogies strengthen our faith in God's promises today? 7. What is the significance of Peleg in 1 Chronicles 1:18? 8. How does 1 Chronicles 1:18 relate to the division of the earth? 9. Why is genealogy important in 1 Chronicles 1:18? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Chronicles 1? 11. In 1 Chronicles 18:4, how do we reconcile the figure of 7,000 horsemen with 2 Samuel 8:4, which mentions 1,700 instead? 12. How would David realistically wield control over so many conquered territories (1 Chronicles 18:6-13) given the limits of ancient communication and military logistics? 13. How do we reconcile the discrepant figures between 2 Samuel 10:18 and 1 Chronicles 19:18 regarding the number of charioteers and horsemen defeated by David? 14. Comparing 2 Chronicles 18 with 1 Kings 22, how can both accounts be inerrant if they present varying details about the same event? Discussion Questions 1. How does the genealogy from Arphaxad to Eber demonstrate God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promises? 2. In what ways can understanding our spiritual heritage impact our identity as Christians today? 3. How does the inclusion of these genealogical records in both the Old and New Testaments emphasize the continuity of God's plan? 4. What practical steps can we take to ensure that we are passing down a legacy of faith to future generations? 5. How can the sovereignty of God, as seen in the orchestration of biblical genealogies, encourage us in times of uncertainty? 1 Chronicles 1 Bible Study Questions 1. What does the genealogy of 1 Chronicles 1 teach us about God's providence? 2. How do the genealogical records in this chapter align with the promise God made to Abraham? 3. How does knowing our ancestry and spiritual heritage affect our understanding of our own lives? 4. How does 1 Chronicles 1 fit into the broader narrative of the Bible? 5. How can the genealogies in this chapter deepen our appreciation of the Old Testament? 6. Why do you think the author decided to mention the Kings of Edom who ruled before Israel had a king? 7. Why is the detailed lineage of Esau given, considering he is not the chosen heir of Abraham? 8. How can we reconcile God's sovereignty, as seen in these genealogies, with human free will? 9. In our modern times, what does it mean to be part of the 'lineage' of faith? 10. What lessons can we draw from the inclusion of various flawed individuals in the genealogy? 11. How do these genealogies help us understand God's promise to Abraham about his descendants? 12. How can we apply the understanding of our spiritual heritage to our lives today? 13. Why do you think some names are left out of the genealogy? 14. If you were to create a spiritual genealogy of your own life, who would be included and why? 15. How does the realization that we are part of a long history of faith affect our everyday decisions? 16. How do you trace God's faithfulness in your personal and familial history? 17. How might understanding our place in God's larger narrative influence our relationships with others? 18. Why is it important to recount the history of God's people, and how can we do this in our own contexts? 19. How does this chapter help you see the connections between the Old Testament and New Testament? 20. Considering our cultural emphasis on individualism, how does this chapter challenge our understanding of community and lineage? Links 1 Chronicles 1:18 NIV 1 Chronicles 1:18 NLT 1 Chronicles 1:18 ESV 1 Chronicles 1:18 NASB 1 Chronicles 1:18 KJV 1 Chronicles 1:18 Commentaries Bible Hub