The Family Bible Journey Podcast

An Eternal Perspective, Luke 20:27-47 NT S1:E100

The things that limit or separate us are overcome in God. This is made blatantly clear to the Sadducees, when Jesus taught them the reality of everlasting life. Equipped with God's eternal perspective, we have hope in the resurrection and reunion with those that we love, regardless of what separates us, because, in Christ Jesus, we are united with God and one another, now and forever.

Wise, And Yet Foolish, I Kings 11-12 OT S1:E192

Solomon, wise as he was, had a chronic weakness for beautiful women. His inattention led the country to fall apart under his watch. Rehoboam perpetuated the decline of the nation by expecting the people to serve him, instead of working to earn their respect. We can learn important lessons in life and leadership from both.

Queen of Sheba, I Kings 9-10 OT S1:E191

We hear of the great extent of Solomon's wealth, which was so great, the great Queen of Africa came to visit. She was left breathless at Solomon's riches. We learn from Solomon that true wealth is not measured in silver and gold, but rather faith, wisdom and relationships.

Playing Politics, Luke 20:1-26 NT S1:E99

When we put anything other than truth and righteousness first, we can quickly fall into playing politics. Jesus' enemies resorted to political claims. When their cause was unjust, they tried to win in the court of public opinion, even though they couldn't outsmart Him. Here we learn important lessons about winning for the sake of winning, even when winning, we may be losing.

A House Built For A King, I Kings 7-8 OT S1:E190

Solomon's house gets twelve verses of attention, but the building of the Lord's House receives four chapters of attention. This affirms the importance of the Temple for God's people, and how important it was as Solomon's legacy.

Building the Temple, I Kings 5-6 OT S1:E189

We marvel at the technology and workmanship used to build the Lord's Temple. Solomon dedicated nearly the first quarter of his reign to its construction. Beautiful though it was, it was but a foreshadowing of God's plan to dwell with His people, not it a building, but in the Person of His Son, Jesus Christ.

Mourning His Own Rejection, Luke 19:28-48 NT S1:E98

When Jesus wept over Jerusalem, He wept not for Himself, but for all those who would reject Him. By rejecting Him, they rejected the Lord's gift of life and forgiveness.

Wisdom and Honor, I Kings 3-4 OT S1:E188

Solomon was blessed by the Lord with both wisdom and honor. As long as Solomon honored the Lord with these gifts, the Lord promised to prosper him and his descendants. Solomon's blessing gives us a chance to reflect on the relationship between faith and the rewards for righteous living.

Consolidating Solomon's Kingdom, I Kings 1-2, OT S1:E187

The historical books of the kings begins with David firmly establishing Solomon on his throne. There is a peaceful passing of power. The kingdom is secure in Solomon's hands, and poised to do great things for the Lord and His people.

On Being Rejected, Luke 19:1-27 NT S1:E97

Jesus welcomed those who were rejected. He Himself was rejected because of His great love for them. May we learn from Jesus to embrace sinners in grace, because we ourselves have received great forgiveness and grace from Him.