Today we are reading 1 Chronicles 2. In this chapter we read about the genealogies surrounding David. “These are the sons of Israel: Reuben, Simeon, Levi, and Judah, Issachar, and Zebulun, Dan, Joseph, and Benjamin, Naphtali, Gad, and Asher. The sons of Judah: Er, and Onan, and Shelah; which three were born unto him of Shua’s daughter the Canaanitess. And Er, Judah’s first-born, was wicked in the sight of Jehovah; and he slew him. And Tamar his daughter-in-law bare him Perez and Zerah. All the sons of Judah were five.” 1 Chronicles 2:1-4 ASV Why would it be important to know the genealogy of David? As the second king of Israel, David is a huge figure in the social fabric of the Jews. His famous exploits dominate the history of Israel and are remembered with reverence and nostalgia. For us, Jesus dominates our family history. He is the centerpiece of our faith. How is this manifested in your family life? Is it clear to your family that this is the case? What can you do to facilitate this dominance of Jesus in your family history? Pastor Tim
