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What can you infer about Solomon’s character traits from this week’s lesson text?
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June 27 | The Temple of Solomon
Reading Time: 4 minutes
The Bible describes the Hebrew faith as a celebratory faith. The major festivals were essentially parties. Major life events—even funerals—were celebrated. And so were other big events, including the finishing of the tabernacle.
JUNE 27 | APPLICATION
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When the church’s quirks get on my nerves and weariness drains my enthusiasm, three motivators remind me why serving the Lord is worth the effort.
JUNE 27 | DISCOVERY
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Imagine you witnessed the events described in 2 Chronicles 5. How would you describe the demeanor of the people as the ark was carried into and placed in the temple?
June 20 | Song of the King
Reading Time: 4 minutes
The songs from which our texts are drawn for this lesson are reflective of deliverance and righteousness, as David poetically revisited his life.
JUNE 20 | APPLICATION
Reading Time: 3 minutes
Death is a persistent intruder. It casts a dark shadow. . . . At times, it looks like death has the final word. But if you read the Gospels, you’ll see that God has other ideas.
JUNE 20 | DISCOVERY
Reading Time: 2 minutes
A cursory reading of these passages might give you the impression David was bragging about himself or claiming self-righteousness, but neither is the case. . . . What evidence of David’s humility do you see?
June 13 | House of David Shaken
Reading Time: 4 minutes
Just when the house of David had reached its zenith, the situation was about to implode. In the spring, when kings go back to battle, David stayed home . . .
JUNE 13 | APPLICATION
Reading Time: 3 minutes
A veteran church leader I hold in high regard recently confided that he has been reflecting on Psalm 51 throughout the last year. At first, I felt concerned. . . .