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“Then Elijah said to them, “I am the only prophet of the Lord who is left, but Baal has 450 prophets.” 1 Kings 18:22 Here’s an important life lesson. MORE is not always better. Quantity (how much you have) is not always a great indicator of quality (how valuable it is). Our Bible reading from 1 Kings… Read more
Today’s reading picks up after King Solomon passes away and we see in this vacuum of leadership the northern tribe’s revolting against the heir apparent, Rehoboam, King Solomon’s son. These action-packed chapters show two leaders, Rehoboam and Jeroboam, who follow the ways of the world, dismiss their advisors and choose to move in ways that… Read more
Solomon was the epitome of the guy who had it all… Wealth, palaces, livestock, and fame. And yet it never seemed to be enough. God told Solomon at the beginning of his rule that as long as he kept his heart and his kingdom focused on the Lord it would go well. Unfortunately, the things… Read more
At the dedication of the Jerusalem temple in 977 B.C., a strange thing occurred. As the priests came out of the Holy Place, a thick, dark cloud emerged from the temple, causing the priests to temporarily stop their temple duties. Seeing this, King Solomon remarked that the same thing happened with the Tabernacle; this was… Read more
