Download Lesson: 3.2.25 Class Notes – 1 Kings 20

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We can be too busy for the main business. Verse 40 is an indictment on many a person who needs to put first things first. “And as thy servant was busy here and there, he was gone.” When Ahab let Ben-Hadad go, he sinned against God’s commandment. Ahab had been too concerned about getting back his lost territories. He wanted a place of special advantage to trade in the city of Damascus. We need a renewal of a sense of priorities. The will of God demands first place. See Matthew 6:33.

Download Lesson: 2.23.25 Class Notes – 1 Kings 19

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Elijah’s discouragement after the victory on Mount Carmel is so much like our moods sometimes are. No one is immune from despair. God is always ready to strengthen us, encourage us, and give us a fresh vision of himself. It may not be spectacular. Listen for the still small voice. Be ready to accept new challenges. Help prepare others to carry on.

Download Lesson: 2.16.25 Class Notes – 1 Kings 18

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Beware of competing gods/idols in our lives. When Jesus calls us to follow Him, we either obey Him and discover the joy of being His follower, or we unwittingly follow our idols of comfort and pleasure. When we don’t want to be inconvenienced, or we think it cuts into our time, or the call looks hard, etc, we have potentially made our comfort and pleasure an idol that we are capable of worshipping on a regular basis.

Download Lesson: 2.9.25 Class Notes – 1 Kings 17

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One of the main teachings of this section of the Bible is that God punishes sin, though he loves sinners, and that he takes care of those who trust in him. The brook provided water until it dried up because there was no rain. God had a poor widow ready to help. Someone has said that Elijah became a foreign missionary. Zerephath was in Sidon. What a blessing he was to her and her family.

Download Lesson: 2.2.25 Class Notes – 1 Kings 16

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There are consequences of disobedience to God. There are dangers in following wicked leaders. So let’s remember that it’s important to choose good company, remember the reality of God’s judgment on sin, and the lasting impact of our actions and choices – particularly in leadership roles.