◄ 1 Chronicles 22:19 ►
Now set your heart and soul to seek the LORD your God. Get started building the sanctuary of the LORD God, so that you may bring the ark of the covenant of the LORD and the holy articles of God into the temple that will be built for the Name of the LORD." Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Chronicles 22:19? 2. How can we "set your mind and heart" on seeking the Lord today? 3. What steps can we take to "build the sanctuary of the LORD"? 4. How does 1 Chronicles 22:19 connect with Matthew 6:33 about seeking God? 5. Why is it important to prioritize God's work in our daily lives? 6. How can we encourage others to "devote your heart and soul" to God? 7. What does 1 Chronicles 22:19 reveal about the importance of seeking God wholeheartedly? 8. How does 1 Chronicles 22:19 emphasize the significance of building the temple for God? 9. In what ways does 1 Chronicles 22:19 challenge believers to prioritize spiritual over material pursuits? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Chronicles 22? 11. What are the key themes in 1 Chronicles? 12. What does Matthew 6:33 mean? 13. Psalm 99:5 calls for worship at God's footstool; if this footstool is literal, why is there no archaeological record or clear location for it? 14. If Jeremiah 3:16 asserts the Ark of the Covenant will no longer be remembered, why do other biblical texts and traditions continue to revere it? Discussion Questions 1. How can we set our hearts and souls to seek the LORD in our daily lives, and what practical steps can we take to prioritize this? 2. In what ways can we prepare ourselves for the work God has called us to, similar to how David prepared for the temple? 3. How does the concept of building for God's glory apply to our personal and professional lives today? 4. What can we learn from David's obedience to God's plan, even when he wasn't the one to complete the task? 5. How does gathering with others for worship strengthen our relationship with God and with each other, and how can we foster this in our communities? 1 Chronicles 22 Bible Study Questions 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? Links 1 Chronicles 22:19 NIV 1 Chronicles 22:19 NLT 1 Chronicles 22:19 ESV 1 Chronicles 22:19 NASB 1 Chronicles 22:19 KJV 1 Chronicles 22:19 Commentaries Bible Hub