1Kings 3-4; 2Chronicles 1; Psalm 72

We begin this week’s readings with the establishment of Solomon’s kingdom. It’s looking good for Israel – they are at the height of power and dominion. It is a time of peace and prosperity. Solomon seems to be headed in the right direction, seeking God and wisdom over worldly things. We also read this week, the Song of Songs attributed by many to Solomon and we begin the Proverbs.
May God speak to you through your time in His word.

Questions for today’s readings:
Why do you think Solomon married the Pharoah’s daughter? You might want to journal of the effect that his decision had on the Israelites.
I read this quote from commentarist Adam Clarke which I find very interesting:
“Instead of being the wisest of men, did he not become more brutish than any man? Did he not even lose the knowledge of his Creator, and worship the abominations of the Moabites, Zidonians, and [so forth]? And was not such idolatry a proof of the grossest stupidity? How few proofs does his life give that the gracious purpose of God was fulfilled in him! He received much; but he would have received much more, had he been faithful to the grace given. No character in the sacred writings disappoints us more than the character of Solomon.” (Clarke)

Just some food for thought!

Here are our readings for this week:
Sunday May 31 1King 3-4; 2Chronicles 1; Psalm 72
Monday Jun 1 Psalm 119:89-176
Tuesday Jun 2 Song of Solomon
Wednesday Jun 3; Proverbs 1-3
Thursday Jun 4; Proverbs 4-6
Friday Jun 5: Proverbs 7-9
Saturday Jun 6: Proverbs 10-12