Bible Study Questions - 1 Kings
The Discipline of God
- Prayer
- Summary
- 1 Kings tells the story of Solomon’s reign, the division of Israel, and the rise of the prophets. Solomon’s wisdom brought great prosperity, but his lack of discipline led to idolatry. His son Rehoboam ignored wise counsel, causing the kingdom to split. The prophet Elijah called Israel back to God, confronting idolatry and showing that true faith requires obedience and discipline.
- Detailed Questions
- 1. 1 Kings 1:6 says David never disciplined Adonijah. How did this lack of discipline lead to Adonijah’s rebellion & what happened as a result?
- 2. What was the significance of the Temple Solomon built, and what happened during its dedication? (1 Kings 8:10–11)
- 3. How did Solomon’s alliances and marriages lead to his downfall? (1 Kings 11:1–8)
- 4. Why did the kingdom split during Rehoboam’s reign, and what role did Jeroboam play? (1 Kings 12:1–20)
- 5. What idolatrous practices did Jeroboam introduce, and how did they affect Israel? (1 Kings 12:28–30)
- 6. How did Elijah confront Ahab and the prophets of Baal on Mount Carmel? What was the result? (1 Kings 18:20–39)
- 7. How does Solomon’s wisdom foreshadow Jesus as the true wisdom of God? (Matthew 12:42)
- 8. How is the Temple in 1 Kings a shadow of Jesus as the true Temple? (John 2:19)
- 9. How does Hebrews 12:5-11 help us understand the discipline of God in contrast to David’s failure to discipline his sons?
- 10. Galatians 5:22-23 lists self-control as a fruit of the Spirit. How does walking with the Holy Spirit help us develop discipline in our daily lives?
- 11. 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 compares discipline to an athlete training for a race. What spiritual disciplines do you need to develop to grow stronger in faith?
- Discussion