1 Chronicles 9-10

Scripture – 1 Chronicles 9-10

Observation – 

• 1 Chronicles 9:1-9 - Leaders in Jerusalem at the return from exile.
• 1 Chronicles 9:1-2 - Summary of the Genealogies 
• 1 Chronicles 9:3-9 - Leading citizens of Jerusalem.
• 1 Chronicles 9:10-44 - Other leaders in Jerusalem
• 1 Chronicles 9:10-13 - Leaders among the priests
• 1 Chronicles 9:14-16 - Leaders among the Levites
• 1 Chronicles 9:17-34 - Levite gatekeepers and the temple workers.
• 1 Chronicles 9:35-44 - The ancestors and descendants of King Saul.
• 1 Chronicles 10:1-14 - The death of Saul
• 1 Chronicles 10:1-2 - The battle on Mount Gilboa.
• 1 Chronicles 10:3-6 - Saul dies in battle
• 1 Chronicles 10:7- Israel is defeated in battle.
• 1 Chronicles 10:8-10 - Saul is further disgraced after his death.
• 1 Chronicles 10:11-12 - The courage and faithfulness of the men of Jabesh Gilead.
• 1 Chronicles 10:13-14 - The spiritual reason for the death of King Saul.

Examples to follow – Lead in times of confusion and difficulty. Take initiative and lead courageously. 

Examples to not follow – 

Sins to avoid – 

Promises to claim – 

Commands to obey –

Application – Be courageous and take initiative.

Prayer – Heavenly Father, help me to take initiative like the leaders of the people did. Help me to do things well, and in touch with your word. Amen.