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1 Kings

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1 Kings

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10 stories

Solomon's glory, the kingdom splits, and Elijah takes on 450 prophets.

Solomon's Wisdom

Solomon's Wisdom

God said "ask for anything" and Solomon asked for wisdom. Then immediately proved it with the wildest judgment call ever.

Elijah on Mount Carmel

Elijah on Mount Carmel

One prophet vs 450 prophets of Baal. Build altars, call for fire. Only one God answers. Elijah doesn't flinch.

The Kingdom Splits

The Kingdom Splits

Solomon's son ignores wise advice and doubles down on harsh rule. One nation becomes two over one dumb decision.

Solomon Builds the Temple

Solomon Builds the Temple

Seven years. 180,000 workers. Gold everywhere. God finally gets a permanent address.

Queen of Sheba Visits

Queen of Sheba Visits

She came to test Solomon. She left breathless. 'Not even half was told to me.'

Solomon's Downfall

Solomon's Downfall

700 wives. 300 concubines. Altars to foreign gods. The wisest man on earth makes the dumbest choices.

Elijah Fed by Ravens

Elijah Fed by Ravens

A lone prophet declares drought, then hides in a canyon while birds bring him takeout twice a day.

Elijah & the Widow

Elijah & the Widow

A starving widow with her last handful of flour. A prophet shows up asking for lunch. The jar never empties.

Elijah Runs from Jezebel

Elijah Runs from Jezebel

Fresh off his greatest victory, Elijah crumbles. He begs God to kill him. Then hears the still small voice.

Naboth's Vineyard

Naboth's Vineyard

A king pouts because a farmer won't sell. His wife frames the man for blasphemy. Blood stains the throne.

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