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Then David ordered all the leaders of Israel to help his son Solomon: Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Chronicles 22:17? 2. How does 1 Chronicles 22:17 emphasize the importance of leadership in God's work? 3. What role does Solomon play in fulfilling God's plan in 1 Chronicles 22? 4. How can we apply David's instructions to our own spiritual leadership today? 5. How does 1 Chronicles 22:17 connect to the broader narrative of Solomon's temple? 6. What qualities should leaders possess according to David's charge in 1 Chronicles 22:17? 7. What is the significance of David commanding Israel's leaders in 1 Chronicles 22:17? 8. How does 1 Chronicles 22:17 reflect David's leadership style and priorities? 9. Why did David emphasize Solomon's role in 1 Chronicles 22:17? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Chronicles 22? 11. Who was King Jehoshaphat in the Bible? 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. Is there any archaeological evidence that supports the massive labor force and vast resources described in 1 Chronicles 22:2 and verses 15-16? 14. Who incited David to count the fighting men of Israel? God did (2 Samuel 24: 1) Satan did (I Chronicles 2 1:1) Discussion Questions 1. How does David's preparation for the temple reflect his understanding of God's will, and how can we apply this to our own life decisions? 2. In what ways can we support and encourage the next generation of leaders in our church or community, as the leaders of Israel supported Solomon? 3. What are some practical steps we can take to ensure a smooth transition in leadership roles, whether in ministry, work, or family settings? 4. How does the concept of community involvement in building the temple parallel the New Testament teaching on the body of Christ working together? 5. Reflect on a time when you had to trust God's plan over your own desires. How did that experience shape your faith and understanding of God's sovereignty? 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 22:17 NIV 1 Chronicles 22:17 NLT 1 Chronicles 22:17 ESV 1 Chronicles 22:17 NASB 1 Chronicles 22:17 KJV 1 Chronicles 22:17 Commentaries Bible Hub