How can we apply the care shown in 1 Chronicles 23:22 today? The Background of 1 Chronicles 23:22 “Eleazar died, having no sons, but only daughters; their relatives, the sons of Kish, married them.” The Heart of God Revealed • God ensured Eleazar’s daughters were not left unprotected or without inheritance. • Family members stepped in, valuing kinship and covenant responsibility above personal convenience. • This act foreshadowed the wider biblical theme of caring for the vulnerable within the household of faith (cf. Deuteronomy 10:18; Psalm 68:5). Principles We Can Live By Today • Family care is a God-given duty, not an optional add-on. • Vulnerable relatives—single parents, widows, orphans, disabled family members—deserve proactive support. • Keeping blessings “within the family” includes spiritual inheritance: passing on faith, values, and practical help. Living It Out In Practical Ways • Maintain close contact with extended family; regular calls and visits communicate value. • Offer tangible aid—financial assistance, childcare, transportation—so no one carries heavy burdens alone (Galatians 6:2). • Include vulnerable relatives in holidays, decision-making, and family milestones; belonging combats isolation. • Set up legal protections where needed: power of attorney, shared accounts, or guardianship arrangements. • Encourage younger generations to embrace elder care; model it so it becomes normal kingdom culture (1 Timothy 5:4). Encouragement From Other Scriptures • Ruth 4:13-15—Boaz guards Naomi and Ruth, mirroring God’s provision for Eleazar’s daughters. • Proverbs 19:17—“He who is kind to the poor lends to the LORD, and He will reward him for what he has done.” • James 1:27—“Pure and undefiled religion before God the Father is this: to care for orphans and widows in their distress…” • 1 John 3:17—Love proves itself in meeting practical needs within the family of God. Embracing these truths transforms households into living testimonies of the Lord’s faithful, protective love. |
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