2 Chronicles Chapter 1 Summary
Solomon's sacrifices at Gibeon. His vision and prayer and God's answer.
Discussion Questions for 2 Chronicles, Chapter 1
- 2 Chronicles 1:6 states, “And Solomon went up there to the bronze altar before the LORD, which was at the tent of meeting, and offered a thousand burnt offerings on it.” How does Solomon’s heart approach God? How does this verse speak to how Solomon viewed God, as well as God's holiness?
- How does Solomon speak to God in this chapter? What can you take away from this approach?
- What did Solomon desire? How does his desire reflect his priorities as a ruler?
- How does God respond to Solomon's answer? What does this teach you about the heart of God?
- Who all would be impacted by Solomon's request and God's response? How does this shape the way you make your requests known to God?
- How can we have a heart like Solomon? What things do we prioritize in life right now? How can we cultivate a heart of humility and wisdom?
- In what ways does this chapter show us the importance of intentionally seeking God? How does it connect to one's relationship with God?
- What would it be like for you to be in Solomon's place, both in blessing and in responsibility?
- What areas of your life are you seeking or needing wisdom in right now? How would receiving wisdom impact those things?
- 1 Chronicles 29 opened with Solomon described as “young and inexperienced” (vs. 1). Knowing this, how does 2 Chronicles 1 reveal how God works through the young and inexperienced? What can be gleaned from Solomon’s fruitful leadership?
Key Words/Phrase
Prayer, v. 7.
Characters
God, Solomon.
Strong Verse(s)
11, 12.