Biography jabez bible study

“Jabez called upon the God of Israel, saying, ‘Oh that you would bless me and enlarge my border, and that your hand might be with me, and that you would keep me from harm so that it might not bring me pain!’ And God granted what he asked” (1 Chronicles 4:10).

When searching for God’s direction, we can turn to the prayer of Jabez.

In it, we find an example of faithful prayer in action.

The Old Testament book of 1 Chronicles is a genealogical record written by Ezra after the Babylonian exile of God’s people. Jabez, in a single phrase added to his lineage, demonstrated how to pray God’s will over our lives.

It “relates to the covenant promises to Israel that find their fulfillment in Christ.” For the rebellious tribe of Judah returning from exile, Jabez’s story was significant.

“Despite his hard luck beginning, he was honored because of his relationship with God. This was a valuable lesson for a people struggling with the