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Old Testament Survey


CHAPTER FOURTEEN

I AND II KINGS

OBJECTIVES:

Upon completion of this chapter you will be able to:

  • Name the author of the books of I and II Kings.
  • Identify to whom these books were written.
  • State the purpose for each book.
  • Write the Key Verses of the books of I and II Kings from memory.
  • State the Life and Ministry Principles for I and II Kings.

I KINGS

INTRODUCTION

AUTHOR: Unknown. Possibly Jeremiah.

TO WHOM: Israel

PURPOSE: Continue the record of God's dealings with His people, Israel.

KEY VERSE: I Kings 19:18

LIFE AND MINISTRY PRINCIPLE: Compromise may seem easy but it is always costly later.

MAIN CHARACTERS: David, Solomon, kings of Judah and Israel (see chart on the kings), Nabath, Ahab, Elijah, Elisha

OUTLINE

I. The reign of King Solomon: I Kings 1:1-11:43

A. His anointing as king: I Kings 1:1-53
B. David's challenge to Solomon and the death of David: I Kings 2:1-46
C. Solomon's marriage and choice of wisdom: I Kings 3:1-28
D. Solomon's administration: I Kings 4:1-34
E. Building activities of Solomon: I Kings 5:1-8:66
F. The wealth and splendor of Solomon: I Kings 9:1-10:29
G. Solomon's sin: I Kings 11:1-43