Solomon received great wealth, not by war, but by his wise and understanding heart given to him by God. This wisdom led queen of Sheba (located in Saudi Arabia) and others to give Solomon much riches.

This chapter and the next mark the height of Solomon’s reign. But there is a warning here too. We will see later how his wealth and his wives draw him away from the Lord.

Solomon had the opportunity that many would love to have. He could ask anything that he wanted of God. Solomon's request tells us much of him.

David’s final charge to Solomon consists of faithfulness to the commandments, judgments, and testimonies of the Lord

Moses is dead. Joshua must accept the fact and take his role as leader of the Israelites.

In this chapter, one of the great men of God in the Bible falls deeply into sin. How could David do such a thing?

David is established as ruler over all of Israel.

This chapter provides a beautiful picture of Jerusalem in the future kingdom age. The glory of the Lord will shine upon it and the Gentiles will come unto it. Jerusalem will be a place of prosperity and praise. It will be blessed with the glory of God and will be a joy of many generations.

This lesson greatly illustrates a choice made by each person. Will they live their life by conviction or by convenience?

David has already been anointed to be the next king, but the road to the throne will be a slow and painful one. However, God’s will prevails and David will be king in the end.