Tied Together: A One-Year Journey Through the Bible | Day 93 | April 14, 2026
Introduction to 1 Kings 1 Kings picks up where 2 Samuel left off, beginning with the final days of David and the rise of his son Solomon. It marks the height of Israel’s wealth, influence, and spiritual opportunity—and then its slow unraveling due to disobedience. Solomon starts strong. He asks God for wisdom, builds the magnificent temple in Jerusalem, and leads the nation in worship. God blesses him with peace, prosperity, and influence. But Solomon’s heart drifts. He marries hundreds of foreign wives who lead him into idolatry, and his legacy becomes mixed. After Solomon’s death, the kingdom split into two: Israel in the north and Judah in the south. From this point on, 1 Kings follows a long list of kings—most of them unfaithful. You'll see idolatry rise, prophets like Elijah confront evil rulers, and God continually call His people back to Himself. Elijah’s boldness on Mount Carmel is one of the most memorable moments in the book. He proves that the Lord—not Baal—is the one ...