Scripture – 1 Kings 2:19-46
Observation –
- 1 Kings 2:19-46 - Solomon secures his throne
- 1 Kings 2:19-21 - Bathsheba brings the request of Adonijah to Solomon.
- 1 Kings 2:22-25 - Solomon has Adonijah executed for his challenge to the throne.
- 1 Kings 2:26-27 - The exile of Abiathar.
- 1 Kings 2:28-35 - The execution of Joab.
- 1 Kings 2:36-46 - Solomon settles the past with Shimei.
Examples to follow – Don't hold grudges against those who have wronged your family.
Examples to not follow –Going to God for help when you have sinned against Him.
Sins to avoid –
Promises to claim –
Commands to obey –
Application – When somebody hurts your family, forgive them, but still be fair.
Prayer – Heavenly Father, help me to not take vengeance on those who hurt or bully my family. Help me to forgive them. Amen.
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