1 Chronicles 1
-This book was written Jewish tradition tells us by Ezra to
unify God’s people in the post exile period of the Southern Kingdom of Israel
in approximately 430 BC. Therefore, it is a general summary of the history of
Israel primarily concerned with tracing the Davidic line of authority in an
attempt to unify the people of God by emphasizing true and genuine worship of
the LORD for individual and national life. 1 Chronicles parallels 2 Samuel in many
respects, but it serves as more of a commentary from a priestly point of view
emphasizing the religious history of Judah with some involvement with the
Northern Kingdom of Israel. It is general in terms and gives a overarching
picture of the LORD’s work in the nation of Israel for our knowledge and
understanding. It, along with 2 Chronicles, could possibly be the last work
chronologically in the Old Testament, which increases its value and importance.
-The book begins with a detailed genealogy of mankind and
eventually traces through to the Davidic line. Adam is recorded and the line of
Seth is followed up through Noah and his sons Shem, Ham, and Japheth. From here
we note that Canaan comes from the cursed line of Ham (Genesis 9:20-27). We
also can note from where the Philistines came out of this line, along with the
Jebusites, Amorities, and others of biblical significance. Next, the line of
Shem are delineated, from which Abraham came with his sons being Isaac and
Ishmael. From here we get a recounting of Isaac’s sons Esau and Israel with the
focus at the end of chapter one being on Esau’s side of the lineage.
-*Application* It is important to get a sense from where you
came from. This helps define who you are, but it is not the determining factor
in your destiny. God can turn any lineage into a positive one by the act of
your faith and obedience to His commands. If you have a checkered past, break
any generational strongholds and conform to the image of Christ. He wants to
bless you and your future generations (Exodus 20:3-6).
Verse to Memorize: 1
Chronicles 1:28
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