Saturday 25-May 1 Kings 15-16; Ps 67; Romans 5 We find ourselves in the unfolding saga of the good kings and bad kings – of a country that was once blessed but is now divided and facing the consequences of their ungodliness.  We will be hearing again about this period in history when we read 1st and 2nd Chronicles, so keep that…

Friday 24-May 1 Kings 13-14; Job 7; Romans 4 1 Kings 13:  How did the older prophet deceive the younger prophet?  What does this indicate about God’s will? 1 Kings 14: What prophecy did Ahijah the prophet tell Jeroboam’s wife? Romans 4: How was Abraham deemed to be righteous? Journal Prompt: Write verse 16 in your own words. Answers: 1 Kings 13: …

Thursday 23-May 1 Kings 11-12; Ps 66; Romans 3 1 Kings 11: A long chapter.  We see a drastic change in Solomon which leads to the divided kingdom of Israel.  What happened and what are the consequences?  1Kings 12: Who was Rehoboam and who was Jeroboam? What stupid thing did Rehoboam do?  What stupid thing did Jeroboam do and why? Romans 3:…

Wednesday 22-May-19 1 Kings 9-10; Job 6; Rom 2 1 Kings 9: What did the Lord promise Solomon?  Was there a ‘catch’? 1 Kings 10: Why did the Queen of Sheba visit Solomon?  What gifts did they exchange? Job 6: What did Job wish for from God? Romans 2: According to this chapter how do we get eternal life? Journal Prompt: We…

Tuesday 21-May 1 Kings 7-8; Ps 65; Romans 1 1 Kings 7: Compare the size of Solomon’s palace and the Temple.  What is the sea and what was it to be used for? 1 Kings 8: What did Solomon have brought to the Temple?  What was inside? When Solomon prays to the Lord at the dedication of the Temple, how does he…

Monday 20-May 1 Kings 5-6; Job 5; Acts 28 1 Kings 5: Why didn’t David build a house for the Lord according to Solomon?  How much labor was conscripted to build the Temple?  1 Kings 6: We are provided with a lot of detail about the Temple. What details stand out to you?  How long did it take to complete the Temple?…

May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. (Romans 15:13 NIV) Here are the readings for the upcoming week: Sunday 19-May Reflect on God as Hope Monday 20-May 1 Kings 5-6; Job 5; Acts 28 Tuesday 21-May 1 Kings…

Saturday 18-May 1 Kings 3-4; Ps 64; Acts 27 1 Kings 3: Why did the people sacrifice to God in the high places? What did Solomon ask God for? What was God’s response? 1 Kings 4:  How did Solomon begin to move away from walking in God’s will? Acts 27: What was Paul’s destination and who accompanied him? What happened on the…

Friday 17-May  1 Kings 1-2; Job 4; Acts 26 1 Kings 1:  This is a very long chapter.  What was provided for King David when he was old?  Who was Adonijah’s mother, and what did Adonijah do? Was it dishonest? 1 Kings 2: What were David’s final instructions to Solomon?  Did he carry these out? Job 4: What does Eliphaz tell Job…

Thursday 16-May 2 Sam 23-24; Ps 63; Acts 25 2 Samuel 23: Who were the ‘mighty men’ and why do you think this account is included?  Why do you think David poured out the water that his warriors risked their lives to get for him?  Did you recognize any names? 2 Samuel 24: What sin did David commit and what was the…