1 & 2 Kings: God's Imperfect Servants

In this 10-session study, you will examine the history Israel and Judah’s kings, gleaning important lessons about leadership and faithfulness. IntroductionGetting the Most Out of 1 & 2 KingsThis section introduces the topic, explains the structure followed in each study, and offers tips for those approaching the study on their own as well as those participating in a group. Session OneSolomon: Praying with God’s ValuesSolomon’s prayer in 1 Kings 3:6–9 reveals a lot about his mindset during this stage of his life, giving us a glimpse into his attitude toward himself, his job, and God.1 Kings 3 Session TwoSolomon: Faithless in LoveThough he’d initially sought a life of godly wisdom, Solomon was negatively impacted by his wealth and power, disobeying God’s regulations and marrying women who served other gods.1 Kings 11 Session ThreeJeroboam and RehoboamIn this passage, we see the outbreak of war in Israel. It was not only a war of politics—it was also, at least at the outset, a war of