The Gospel Project Faith Talk - 1 Kings 1-5
Sunday: August 3, 2025
Scripture: 1 Kings 1-5
Scripture: 1 Kings 1-5
Preschool
Main Idea: Solomon Became King (1 Kings 2-3)
Summary
Review Questions
- After King David died, his son, Solomon, became the king of Israel.
- One night, God spoke to Solomon in a dream. God said, “I will give you anything you ask for.” Solomon asked God to give him wisdom.
- God was happy with Solomon. He gave him wisdom and riches.
Review Questions
- Who became king of Israel after David died?
- What did Solomon ask God for, and why do you think he chose that request?
Kids
Main Idea: Solomon Became King (1 Kings 2-3)
Summary
Solomon became the new king of Israel. One night, God visited Solomon in a dream. Solomon asked God for wisdom. God was pleased that Solomon asked for wisdom and made Solomon very wise so that he would know right from wrong.
Review Questions
Solomon became the new king of Israel. One night, God visited Solomon in a dream. Solomon asked God for wisdom. God was pleased that Solomon asked for wisdom and made Solomon very wise so that he would know right from wrong.
Review Questions
- Why did Solomon ask for wisdom?
- What else did God give to Solomon?
Students
Main Idea: Our faith makes a lasting impact, even if we don’t see it. (1 Kings 2-3)
Summary
When King David was very old and dying, his son Solomon became the new king of Israel instead of his older brother Adonijah, because God had chosen Solomon for this important job. Solomon felt overwhelmed by being king of so many people, so he asked God for wisdom to lead well instead of asking for money or power, which made God very happy. God gave Solomon incredible wisdom and also blessed him with wealth and honor, and Solomon used his wisdom to make fair decisions.
Review Questions
When King David was very old and dying, his son Solomon became the new king of Israel instead of his older brother Adonijah, because God had chosen Solomon for this important job. Solomon felt overwhelmed by being king of so many people, so he asked God for wisdom to lead well instead of asking for money or power, which made God very happy. God gave Solomon incredible wisdom and also blessed him with wealth and honor, and Solomon used his wisdom to make fair decisions.
Review Questions
- What does it mean to have a receptive heart (1 Kings 3:9)?
- What’s the difference in worldly and Godly wisdom? How can assuming we’re wise hurt our relationship with Christ?
Adults
Main Idea: Wisdom from God is better than riches. (1 Kings 1-5)
Summary
The succession crisis following David's decline culminates in Solomon's divinely ordained kingship over Adonijah's attempted coup, establishing God's sovereign choice in leadership transition. When God appears to Solomon at Gibeon, offering him anything he desires, Solomon's request for wisdom to govern justly rather than personal gain demonstrates mature spiritual priorities that please God so much that He grants both the requested wisdom and unrequested material blessings. Solomon's legendary wisdom becomes evident through famous judgments like the case of the disputed child, and his reign ushers in an era of unprecedented peace, and prosperity.
Review Questions
The succession crisis following David's decline culminates in Solomon's divinely ordained kingship over Adonijah's attempted coup, establishing God's sovereign choice in leadership transition. When God appears to Solomon at Gibeon, offering him anything he desires, Solomon's request for wisdom to govern justly rather than personal gain demonstrates mature spiritual priorities that please God so much that He grants both the requested wisdom and unrequested material blessings. Solomon's legendary wisdom becomes evident through famous judgments like the case of the disputed child, and his reign ushers in an era of unprecedented peace, and prosperity.
Review Questions
- Solomon had the unique opportunity to ask God for anything without limitation, yet chose wisdom over wealth, long life, or military victory. What does this reveal about the relationship between spiritual maturity and our deepest desires, and how might our own requests of God reflect our spiritual priorities?
- God not only granted Solomon's request for wisdom but also gave him the riches and honor he didn't ask for, suggesting that seeking God's priorities first can lead to receiving additional blessings. How do we balance the tension between trusting God for our needs while avoiding the prosperity gospel mentality that treats faith as a means to material gain?
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