What can we learn about family lineage from 1 Chronicles 7:19? Key verse (1 Chronicles 7:19) “And the sons of Shemida were Ahian, Shechem, Likhi, and Aniam.” Where this fits • Part of the record of Manasseh’s descendants (7:14-19) • Preserves one branch—Shemida’s—within that tribe What stands out in the genealogy • Four sons are named; no daughters mentioned here • Each name is unique—God knows every individual (cf. Isaiah 43:1) • The list is concise, yet it secures their place in Israel’s history Lessons about family lineage • God values whole families, not only famous leaders (Psalm 139:16) • Ancestral faithfulness is preserved through careful record-keeping (Deuteronomy 6:6-9) • Lineage ties identity to covenant promises—Manasseh shared in the inheritance promised to Abraham (Genesis 17:7-8) • Genealogies authenticate the historical reliability of Scripture (Luke 3:23-38) • Every generation receives both heritage and responsibility (Joshua 24:14-15) Links to other passages • Numbers 26:29-34 parallels Manasseh’s clans, confirming Shemida’s line • Joshua 17:2 lists “sons of Shemida,” showing their territorial allotment • Matthew 1:1-16 demonstrates how genealogies culminate in Messiah, underscoring God’s purpose in preserving lines Takeaways for today • Honor your heritage: thank God for the people He used to bring you the gospel • Guard the faith for those who follow you (2 Timothy 2:2) • Remember that anonymity in human records never equals insignificance to God (Hebrews 6:10) |
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