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The sons of Onam: Shammai and Jada. The sons of Shammai: Nadab and Abishur. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Chronicles 2:28? 2. How does 1 Chronicles 2:28 illustrate God's faithfulness to family lineage? 3. What can we learn about God's plan from the descendants listed here? 4. How does this genealogy connect to God's covenant with Abraham? 5. How can understanding biblical genealogies strengthen our faith in God's promises? 6. What role does family heritage play in our spiritual walk today? 7. What is the significance of Jerahmeel's lineage in 1 Chronicles 2:28? 8. How does 1 Chronicles 2:28 contribute to understanding Israel's tribal history? 9. Why are Hezron's descendants important in the context of 1 Chronicles 2:28? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Chronicles 2? 11. How does 1 Chronicles 27's census reconcile with other conflicting census figures in the Bible (e.g., 2 Samuel 24)? 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. 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? 14. How can 2 Chronicles 16:1 claim Baasha attacked Judah in Asa's thirty-sixth year if 1 Kings 15:33 indicates Baasha died years earlier? Discussion Questions 1. How does understanding the genealogies in 1 Chronicles help us appreciate the continuity of God's plan throughout the Bible? 2. In what ways can we see God's faithfulness in our own family histories, and how can this encourage us in our faith journey? 3. How does the lineage of Judah, as detailed in 1 Chronicles, connect to the promises made to Abraham and David? 4. What can we learn from the fact that each individual, even those briefly mentioned, is part of God's redemptive history? 5. How does the genealogy of Jesus in Matthew 1, which includes the line of Judah, fulfill the promises and prophecies found in the Old Testament? 1 Chronicles 2 Bible Study Questions 1. How does seeing the lineage of Israel from Judah to David highlight God's long-term plan for His people? 2. How might the genealogy in 1 Chronicles 2 speak to the value of every individual in God's eyes? 3. Reflect on the significance of Judah's lineage, leading to King David. What does this tell us about God's plan? 4. How does understanding the genealogy of King David increase your appreciation for God's sovereign hand in history? 5. Why do you think the Bible includes detailed genealogical records like those in 1 Chronicles 2? 6. How might the circumstances surrounding Perez's birth (Judah's son) resonate with the theme of God's grace and redemption? 7. How can we apply the lesson of God's providence, as evidenced in this chapter, to our own lives? 8. How can seeing God's long-term plan in 1 Chronicles 2 offer comfort during uncertain times in our own lives? 9. How does the presence of craftsmen among the descendants of Judah speak to the value of various vocations and skills in society? 10. What can we learn from the faithfulness of God in keeping His promises over generations? 11. How does the genealogy in this chapter contribute to our understanding of the humanity of biblical figures? 12. How can we find inspiration in the lives of seemingly less significant individuals listed in this genealogy? 13. If you were one of the lesser-known individuals in this lineage, how would you feel about your part in God's plan? 14. In today's context, how can we contribute to God's plan, even if we feel insignificant? 15. How can the promise of God's plan continuing through generations provide comfort for the future of your family? 16. How can the historical context of 1 Chronicles 2 inform our reading of other biblical narratives? 17. How would you respond to someone questioning the relevance of biblical genealogies to the modern believer? 18. How might tracing Jesus' lineage back to David and Judah affect our understanding of the promise of the Messiah? 19. What does the careful preservation of these genealogical records say about the culture and values of ancient Israel? 20. How does understanding God's long-term plans, as evidenced in this genealogy, impact your trust in His plans for your life? Links 1 Chronicles 2:28 NIV 1 Chronicles 2:28 NLT 1 Chronicles 2:28 ESV 1 Chronicles 2:28 NASB 1 Chronicles 2:28 KJV 1 Chronicles 2:28 Commentaries Bible Hub