Character Studies - Volume 3 The Kings: 1 & 2 Kings and 1 & 2 Samuel (Character Studies - Daily Devotionals for Understanding the Nature of God and Building character)

Character Studies - Volume 3 The Kings1 & 2 Kings and 1 & 2 SamuelThis commentary is a Daily Devotional that takes you through the time of the Kings of Israel and Judah. After each passage of scripture, I offer a short commentary, some questions, life application, and even challenges so you can incorporate what you are reading into your daily life. God's Word is meant to be examined and applied.In many ways, the period of the Kings is very similar to the time of the Judges. The Hebrews would always go back and forth in their commitment to Yahweh. They would wander away from God and fall into idolatry. Then God brings about suffering and pain as a consequence of their unfaithfulness. So, they get together and repent and promise God that this time it will be different! This time they are going to follow God’s covenant and try harder to walk faithfully with Him. But from God’s perspective, these are empty promises. The Lord tells Israel that their love is like the morning mist that fades away within a few hours. And what God wants is more than just burnt offerings and sacrifices (external obedience). God wants them to be full of love, goodness, and mercy (internal faithfulness). Read more