What can we learn about God's plan through the lineage in 1 Chronicles 2:40? The Verse in Focus “Eleasah was the father of Sismai, Sismai was the father of Shallum.” (1 Chronicles 2:40) A Thread in a Larger Tapestry • 1 Chronicles 2 records the descendants of Judah, the royal tribe through which God promised to bring His king (Genesis 49:10). • Eleasah, Sismai, and Shallum are seemingly minor figures, yet they are woven into this divinely preserved record. • Their single verse reminds us that every generation is part of the unfolding promise that culminates in Jesus Christ (Matthew 1:1–3). Lessons About God’s Plan • God values every person – Even the briefest mention of a life is important to Him (Isaiah 49:16; Luke 12:7). • God works through ordinary people – The kingdom advances not only through renowned leaders but also through quiet, faithful lives (1 Corinthians 1:27–29). • God’s faithfulness spans generations – “From everlasting to everlasting the LORD’s love is with those who fear Him” (Psalm 103:17). • God keeps His promises precisely – Each name affirms that His covenant line remained unbroken on the way to David, and ultimately to Christ (Ruth 4:18–22). • God writes bigger stories than we see – Eleasah, Sismai, and Shallum could not have foreseen how their obedience would contribute to redemption’s history (Ephesians 3:20). Application for Today • Live faithfully in the ordinary; God may use your obedience in ways you will never fully grasp this side of eternity. • Value your spiritual heritage and invest in the next generation, trusting God to weave your faith into His continuing plan (2 Timothy 1:5). • Remember that God’s promises are sure; if He preserved a lineage through centuries, He will surely keep His promises to you (Hebrews 10:23). Supporting Scriptures Genesis 49:10; Ruth 4:18-22; Psalm 103:17; Isaiah 49:16; Luke 12:7; Matthew 1:1-3; 1 Corinthians 1:27-29; Ephesians 3:20; 2 Timothy 1:5; Hebrews 10:23 |
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