Today I read 1 Kings 12, in which Rehoboam, king of Israel, lost 10 of the 12 tribes and Jeroboam encouraged the 10 tribes to worship two golden calves.

Today I read 1 Kings 11, in which Solomon takes foreign wives that turn his heart from God; God stirs up Solomon’s adversaries and gives most of the kingdom to Jeroboam.

Today I read 1 Kings 10, in which the Queen of Sheba visits Solomon and the splendor of Solomon is explained.

Today I read 1 Kings 9, in which God confirms the covenant with Solomon and we learn of Solomon’s accomplishment.

Today I read 1 Kings 8, where Solomon had the Ark brought into the temple and Solomon’s prayer of dedication was followed by offerings and a feast.

Today I read 1 Kings 7, in which the palace buildings and the temple furnishings are described.