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The Next King of Israel
The books of 1 and 2 Kings were written as one book originally and provide a sequel to the books of First and Second Samuel. The author is unknown but his purpose was to continue explaining the ongoing covenant relationship of God with his chosen people throughout the history of the monarchy in Israel. The point of these books was not to offer a detailed account of everything that occurred but to point out the consistent work of God to honor and fulfill his promises to Israel. Solomon, David’s son with Bathsheba, assumes the throne after David, and his first actions will solidify his reputation as God’s chosen king.
1. 1 Kings 2:1–12 describes David’s final political “briefing” to his son, Solomon. The instructions he gives Solomon are difficult to comprehend today, but David is suggesting what will be necessary if Solomon is to firmly establish himself as king, and not have to fight to establish his position. Consider David’s struggles with Saul. What do David’s final instructions reveal about what he wants for Solomon? For Israel?
2. Why did Solomon command the deaths of those men (1 Kings 2:44–46)? What does that indicate about his godly priority for himself as king of Israel?
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By the end of this study, we pray that you will know God’s voice better, that you will know when and how he speaks, and feel compelled to obey. As we study Scripture, we will discover that God’s plan cannot be thwarted regardless of who is in power. The point of the original monarchy found in 1 and 2 Samuel, illustrates that from the beginning.
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