A Kingdom of Shalom

1 Kings 4:20-34

April 28, 2019

Introcution:

I.    The extent of Solomon's kingdom. 1 Kings 4:20-21, 24, Zechariah 9:10,
       Matthew 28:18.

II.    The prosperity and peace of the kingdom. 1 Kings 4:22-23, 25-27, Isaiah 25:6,
        Revelation 19:9.

III.   The wisdom of the king. 1 Kings 4:29-34, Luke 11:31, Colossians 2:3.

Questions for reflection:

• How does this passage prefigure the Kingdom of God?
• In what ways is Solomon, as presented here, a model for us to follow?
• In what ways is the Kingdom of God a force for good and blessing in the present?