The rule of Jehoshaphat over Judah is discussed. These chapters are paralleled in 1 Kings 22.

But as for us, the Lord is our God, and we have not forsaken him... 2 Chronicles 13:10 KJV The reign of Rehoboam's son Abijah over Judah is discussed. This is paralleled in 1 Kings 15.

No man can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon. Matthew 6:24 KJV Solomon's wealth and visit with the Queen of Sheba is covered.

Rehoboam, 1st king of Judah, is discussed.

I think it's quite fitting that I'm reading 1 & 2 Kings at the beginning of Trump's tenure as president of the United States. We're only nine days in and he's already causing quite the commotion.

The last chapter of Kings brings the southern kingdom of Judah back into focus. For the first time since the division of the kingdom, we see the two kingdoms come together.

1 Kings 21 shows us the true treachery of Queen Jezebel--she is probably the source of the phrase "I'd kill for it."

1 Kings 20 tells us about the beginning of a war between Syria and the northern kingdom. As we saw in the previous chapter, God was setting up a revival of the nation through Elijah, Elisha, Hazael, and Jehu, but in order to accomplish this, Benhadad, the current king of Syria, had to be dealt with.

1 Kings 17-20 takes a break from a series of brief records which introduces many kings to focus on God's prophet, Elijah who lived during King Ahab's reign in the northern kingdom.

We have to remind ourselves that just because someone has power and wealth does not been they have peace of mind, happiness, or favor.

Our leaders can drive our nation to sinful behavior, just as these kings did. Similarly, when we fight with our brothers and sisters in Christ, as Israel and Judah fought, we often lose sight of God in the process.

The first kings of the divided kingdom are Jeroboam and Rehoboam

The split of Israel was long coming, but it marked the end of their strength; united we stand, divided we fall. Let's look at how the kingdom split.

All great rulers have a weakness, these verses tell us Solomon's.

Solomon's great wealth and wisdom are expounded upon. We also meet the Queen of Sheba.

Discussing the grand Temple of Solomon along with the differences between the account given in 1 Kings versus 2 Chronicles.

Solomon's great wisdom is granted and tested.

David passes on the crown to Solomon amidst a coup.

Like with the Book of Samuel, 1 Kings and 2 Kings were originally one book, known as the Book of Kings. In the original Hebrew text, the Book of Kings is included with the former prophets, however it is grouped with the historical books in the Bible. The Book of Kings spans 400 years of Israel's history.