Solomon’s Coronation (July 23, 2023)
Unit Theme: The Life and Writings of Solomon
July 23, 2023 (Lesson 8)
SOLOMON’S CORONATION
1. Adonijah Vies for the Throne (1 Kings 1:5-30, 38-40)
2. David Relinquishes the Throne (1 Chronicles 29:1-25)
3. Solomon Assumes the Throne (1 Kings 2:1-4, 13-46)
Central Truth: Christian leaders must value and pursue the succession of godly leadership.
Focus: Observe Solomon’s rise to power and pray for godly leaders to arise.
Evangelism Emphasis: Godly leaders will point others to Christ.
Golden Text: “I will surely carry out this very day what I swore to you by the Lord, the God of Israel: Solomon your son shall be king after me, and he will sit on my throne in my place” (1 Kings 1:30).