2. Chapter 9 The Kings and God’s Kingdom 1 and 2 Kings provide a political history of the period of the kings These books also introduce us to the ministry of the prophets 1 Chronicles covers roughly same period as do 1 and 2 Samuel 2 Chronicles covers same period as do 1 and 2 Kings Chronicles is written from priestly point of view

3. Chapter 9 The Kings and God’s Kingdom Chronicles contains three compelling truths a)God’s faithfulness to His promises b)The power of the Word of God c)The centrality of worship

4. Chapter 9 The Kings and God’s Kingdom a. The United Monarch under Solomon – David anoints Solomon as King – David charges him to radical obedience – Solomon prays for wisdom – Solomon builds the Temple—a house of prayer and praise – A rule that began with such promise ends in failure, yet God remains faithful

5. Chapter 9 The Kings and God’s Kingdom b. The Divided Kingdom – Rehoboam’s foolish rejection of wise counsel – The ten northern tribes make Jeroboam king – All the kings of the northern kingdom are corrupt – Many kings of Judah are corrupt, with a few notable exceptions – The prophets warn of impending judgment