Jun 29, 2021
Jeroboam is made king over ten tribes and is promised a kingdom as enduring as David’s. He leads the people of Israel into idolatry instead. Rehoboam is king over Judah, which includes Jerusalem and the temple, yet he also leads his people astray. Ecclesiastes concludes that God will judge every deed—judgment must...
Jun 22, 2021
Solomon had great wealth and wisdom, yet he became a fool. He loved his pagan wives more than he loved God and he fell into idolatry. God honors his promises to David and does not take the kingdom from Solomon but announces He will take it from Solomon’s predecessor. If only Solomon had followed his own advice in...
Jun 15, 2021
Solomon’s reign begins with the dedication of the newly constructed temple and God’s promise to hear from heaven when His people pray to Him from that place. Solomon is blessed with great wealth and wisdom and ushers in the highlight of Israel’s history when the people are prosperous and at peace and are...
Jun 8, 2021
This week we discuss the Psalm most-quoted in the New Testament - Psalm 110. This prophetic Psalm of King David describes Jesus’ role as the ascended King and eternal Priest. Another prophetic Psalm of David describes the crucifixion of Jesus and is quoted by Him in His last hours on the cross.
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Jun 1, 2021
The longest Psalm in the Bible—Psalm 119—is about the importance of the Word of God. Psalms 113-118 are known as the Hallel and are sung at every major Jewish festival. The Hallel contains the great messianic Psalm 118 which was quoted both by and about Jesus. This prophetic Psalm along with Psalm 83 provide...