# 1 Chronicles 02 ## Title: Our Spiritual Family ## Scripture: (1 Chronicles 2:1-2) “These were the sons of Israel: Reuben, Simeon, Levi, and Judah; Issachar and Zebulun; Dan, Joseph, and Benjamin; Naphtali, Gad, and Asher.” (NET) ## Observation: In many cultures, family is a matter of great pride. Family is one of the greatest things you can be a part of. In the honor/shame cultures of the East, people would rather die than bring shame on their families. This chapter is all about our spiritual family. These people are part of our spiritual heritage. We don’t know them, but their life was part of the great plan of God for this world. We are beneficiaries of that plan. ## Application: Realize God’s family is much bigger than you and your moment. You’re part of something so much bigger than yourself. ## Prayer: Thank You, Jesus, for giving us a spiritual family.