The book of 1 Chronicles is often neglected, yet it has so much to teach us--even the genealogies! Along with 2 Chronicles, 1 Chronicles surveys Bible history, charting the gracious purposes of a faithful God over the centuries, with the aim of encouraging and enlightening its readers.

Here, Andrew Thomson draws out key lessons and principles to help us avoid the pitfalls and enjoy the blessings that God's people Israel experienced.

Promises and praise are central themes which will warm our hearts as we set about responding to David's call to seek the Lord and his strength.

About the Author:

Andrew Thomson is pastor of Kesgrave Baptist Church in Suffolk. He became a Christian while studying at Oxford, where he also met his wife, Helen.

He ran a Christian bookshop in Woking for some years before being called to the ministry.

His first pastorate was at Mitchley Hill Evangelical Church in Sanderstead, Surrey, before moving to Kesgrave in 2010.

Andrew and Helen are blessed with three children: Esther, Gemma and Joel.