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