1 Kings 2 · Grade 4
Be Strong and Walk in His Ways
Read and Think
As David's life came to an end, he spoke to Solomon like a father and a king. He told him to be strong and to keep the instruction of the Lord. Obeying God's law would help Solomon prosper in all he did. David also reminded him of God's promise about the throne.
David asked Solomon to show kindness to Barzillai's family. He also warned him about men who had done great wrong, such as Joab, who had killed two army captains in a time of peace. Then David died after reigning forty years, seven in Hebron and thirty-three in Jerusalem.
Solomon soon had to deal with people who still wanted power. Adonijah asked for something that showed he still hoped to be king. Solomon judged him, and also judged Joab and Shimei, who had done wrong. These men were put to death for their wrongs. Abiathar the priest was sent home instead. The chapter ends by saying that the kingdom was established in the hand of Solomon.
Show What You Know
What would help Solomon prosper?
Where did David reign?
What happened to Abiathar the priest?
How does the chapter end?
Word Bank Fill-In
Use the word bank to fill in each blank.
- He told him to be and to keep the instruction of the Lord.
- He also warned him about men who had done great wrong, such as , who had killed two army captains in a time of peace.
- Then died after reigning forty years, seven in Hebron and thirty-three in Jerusalem.
- soon had to deal with people who still wanted power.
- The chapter ends by saying that the was established in the hand of Solomon.
Think About It
David told Solomon that obeying God was the way to be strong. What is one way you can obey God this week?
Who is an older person who has taught you about God? How can you thank them?
Memory Verse
“Solomon sat on David his father’s throne; and his kingdom was firmly established.”
1 Kings 2:12 (WEB)
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Prayer
Dear God, thank You for Your good ways. Help me . Amen.
Take It Home
For families: talk about these together.
- What did God promise David about his family?
- How did Solomon's kingdom become firm?
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