June 8

Memphis

Pastor Wil Franco

Discussion Questions

1. What do the books of 1 & 2 Kings teach us about God? What do they teach us about humanity?

2. Even though Solomon was granted wisdom, the disconnect between his wisdom at the head level and worship at the heart level led to his eventual downfall. Why is it vital to not just guard our heads, but our hearts as well? What happens when we don’t?

3. In 1 Corinthians 1, Paul argues that Jesus doesn’t just provide us with wisdom, but that He is the wisdom of God Himself. How does knowing that reality change you pray for, seek for, and apply wisdom in everyday life?

4. Idolatry in Kings didn't just destroy individuals, but families, nations, and generations. How does the corporate and generational dimension of sin change the way you think about the spiritual responsibilities you carry as a parent, leader, employee, etc?

5. James 1 says that wisdom is a gift that God generously wants to give us, but only if we ask for it in faith with no doubting. If wisdom is accessible to us in the gospel, then why don’t we ask for it more often? Why do we settle for lesser and worldly forms of wisdom?

Reading Plan

Day 1 : 1 Kings 9-10

Day 2 : 1 Kings 11-12

Day 3 : 1 Kings 13-14

Day 4 : 1 Kings 15-17

Day 5 : 1 Kings 18-20

Day 6 : 1 Kings 21-22

Day 7 : Catch up/Rest day