Solomon dedicates the temple. Continue reading “1 Kings chapter 8”
The promises of God
The promises of the LORD God never fail! We can count on them. And base our lives on them! Continue reading “The promises of God”
1 Kings chapter 7
The laborers build Solomon’s giant palace. Huram builds the furnishings for the temple. Continue reading “1 Kings chapter 7”
1 Kings chapter 6
The laborers begin building the temple. The LORD GOD promises to bless Solomon. The laborers finish the temple. Continue reading “1 Kings chapter 6”
1 Kings chapter 5
Solomon orders materials for his Temple. Solomon conscripts slaves. Continue reading “1 Kings chapter 5”
1 Kings chapter 4
Solomon’s cabinet. His governors. His wealth. His wisdom. Continue reading “1 Kings chapter 4”
Leaders are Corrupt
In the Book of Kings, the leaders exhibit narcissistic behaviors. They demand subservience. They commit idolatry and murder. They disobey sexual laws. Continue reading “Leaders are Corrupt”
1 Kings chapter 3
Solomon’s kingdom begins. Solomon settles a dispute over a baby. Continue reading “1 Kings chapter 3”
1 Kings
The Book of 1 Kings preserves a record of the kings of Israel and Judah, summarizing their kingly actions as well as their interactions with the prophets. Continue reading “1 Kings”
1 Kings chapter 2
David’s final words to Solomon. David dies. Solomon slaughters his political opponents. Continue reading “1 Kings chapter 2”