1 Kings 3 – Wisdom

Solomon's prayer for wisdom in 1 Kings 3 is widely known because of his immediate application of it in adjudicating a problem in the same chapter. But what about Solomon's mistakes and failures? How do we reconcile God's gift of wisdom with a complicated life?

1 Kings 2 – Power Transfer

During the power transfer from David to Solomon, advice that is deeply spiritual and extremely pragmatic is given to the new king. And though we imagine ourselves to be more sophisticated and evolved in our politics, chapter 2 shows that things are still much the same as they were three thousand years ago.

2 Samuel 24 – David’s Sin and Sacrifice

In the final chapter, King David is guilty of one more sin, and the nation pays the price. It is an incredible story reminding us that faithfulness must persevere to the end.

2 Samuel 23 – David’s Testament

There is nothing quite as interesting or important as a person's last words. In chapter 23, King David offers his final testament and it is worth the read.