We love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your thoughts and contact info! Embark on a journey in 1 Kings 15 through the tumultuous reigns of Judah and Israel's kings, as we explore their profound impacts on history and faith. Rehoboam and Abijah's Reigns: Rehoboam's reign was marked by idol worship and divine displeasure, setting the stage for Judah's struggles. His successor, Abijah, followed similar paths of sin, yet God preserved the Davidic line, showing His faithfulness. The Rise of Asa: Asa, a righteous king, brought reform to Judah by eradicating idol wors ..read more

We love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your thoughts and contact info! In 1 Kings 13 and 1 Kings 14, when the kingdom divided, many priests and Levites who had originally served in the northern kingdom moved to Judah. These men were well versed in the Torah or law and the Covenant between God and the people. They knew that the promised king had to come from David’s line. They knew of the laws surrounding worship. And they knew that Jeroboam was disobeying the Torah and breaking the Covenant. Many priests left the Northern Kingdom, but in this story it appears ..read more

We love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your thoughts and contact info! In this episode of 1 Kings 12, we will begin the rotation of the first two kings in the North and South. This episode will focus on Rehoboam, Solomon’s son, as king over Judah, the southern kingdom. And Jeroboam, from the tribe of Ephraim, king over the new Israel or northern kingdom. Thank you for being a part of the club for Season 11. Show Notes Blog The Kings of Israel Jerusalem in the Time of David and Solomon The Tabernacle The Temple  2012 discovery of a reservoir  Cont ..read more

We love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your thoughts and contact info! In 1 Kings 10 and 11, Solomon will solidify his influencer status. He will stray though, no longer using his influence for good. It seems to be a particular pitfall or temptation of influencers. Too much fame and fortune lead to self-gratification. Too much of self leaves very little room for the Lord. And when Solomon fails to value the Lord, he breaks the covenant. Thank you for being a part of the club for Season 11. Show Notes Blog Feasts and Festivals in the Bible Jerusalem in the T ..read more

We love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your thoughts and contact info! In 1 Kings 8 with the Temple complete, Solomon is ready to dedicate it. With trepidation and solemnity, the Israelites gather with one question on their mind. We have built it, will He come? Thank you for being a part of the club for Season 11. Show Notes Blog Feasts and Festivals in the Bible Jerusalem in the Time of David and Solomon The Tabernacle The Temple  2012 discovery of a reservoir  Contact Bible Book Club Like, comment, or message us through Bible Book Club's Insta ..read more

We love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your thoughts and contact info! In 2 Samuel 2-3, David listens to God's plan for his nation but not everyone is on board. Joab and Abner start a civil war over their disagreement. After some bloodshed, Abner wants to switch teams and asks to join team David. David makes peace with him, hoping to reunite Israel as one nation. But, Joab is not on board with David’s plan.  And so, 2 Samuel 3 brings us justice, conspiracy, and a lot of hopeful PR solutions. Thank you for being a part of the club. Show Notes Blog David ..read more

We love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your thoughts and contact info! In 1 Kings 9, the nation is still gathered for the dedication of the temple which Solomon planned to coincide with the Feast of Tabernacles, which was one of the annual feasts commanded by God in Numbers. It was a celebration to commemorate the 40 years Israel wandered in the wilderness. Solomon starts with a sacrifice… Thank you for being a part of the club for Season 11. Show Notes Blog Feasts and Festivals in the Bible Jerusalem in the Time of David and Solomon The Tabernacle The Temp ..read more

We love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your thoughts and contact info!  In 1 Kings 5–6, Solomon began his building plan for the temple. He contracted with Hiram king of Tyre for all the building supplies. Then he organized over 187,000 laborers. In the 480th year, after the Israelite’s release from Egypt, they began building. It took 7 and ½ years to complete. The temple was twice the size of the Tabernacle, 30 feet wide and 90 feet long. But the scale was the same. The Holy Place was twice the size of the Most Holy Place with the interior covered in gold ..read more

We love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your thoughts and contact info! In 1 Kings 5, we reference back to 2 Samuel 7:12 when God promised: 12 When your days are over and you rest with your ancestors, I will raise up your offspring to succeed you, your own flesh and blood, and I will establish his kingdom. 13 He is the one who will build a house for my Name, and I will establish the throne of his kingdom forever. The time has come for Solomon to build. This was a historic occasion for the Israelites for several reasons. First and foremost, the temple was built ..read more

We love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your thoughts and contact info! Recap of Where We Are + How Kings Fits into the Bible: The Bible is a collection of small stories that together tell a much larger story. The larger story is the entire history of our redemption, with Jesus as the ultimate hero. Kings is in the middle of that history. We are on a journey through God’s plan to save us.  How does 1 and 2 Kings fit into the Bible? 1 Kings is the 11th book in the Old Testament and 2 Kings is the 12th. The Old Testament has 5 divisions. The next division ..read more