Read: 1 Kings 16:28-34
Meditation: Here we are briefly introduced to Ahab. We are told about
the evil that he brings into the nation, and that he was even worse than
Jeroboam. This sets the stage for what is to come in the next few
chapters of Kings, for they are mainly about him. However; we are also
introduced to Elijah, Jezebel, and a few other characters. As we cover
these last chapters of Kings, look to see just how evil Ahab was.
Prayer Starter: Focus on Proverbs
20:7 for your prayers today.
Read: 1 Kings 17
Meditation: You may be saying to yourself: what does this chapter
have to do with Ahab? As a direct result of the wickedness of the reign of
Ahab, Elijah confronts the nation of Israel. It will not rain in Israel for
the next three years and Elijah has to go into exile to protect his life. We
see in this chapter how God protects the prophet until it is time to
confront the king and his wickedness again.
Prayer Starter: Focus on Psalm
17 for your prayers today.
Read: 1 Kings 18
Meditation: This story in chapter 18 of Kings is probably the most
known story about Elijah and Ahab. This story illustrates the function of
God's Word as it deals with: Death. Life. Law. Gospel. Judgment. Grace. It
still functions in this way with us by pointing out our sin and showing us
our need for a Savior. It then brings to us comfort, reassurance, absolving
our sins, and protection against Satan's schemes and accusations. God's Word
points out the death we deserve, so that we come to the salvation of our God
that is provided by Christ's sacrifice.
Prayer Starter: Focus on Proverbs
20:9 for your prayer today.
Read: 1 Kings 19
Meditation: After his victory at Mt. Carmel and the proof that
there is only one true God, Elijah must have thought that King Ahab and
Queen Jezebel would fall down on their faces and worship the true God. The
opposite occurred and disappointment flooded into Elijah's heart and he fled
for his life, ready to die. However; God is not done with Elijah and through
his tender mercy he leads Elijah to do other things for Him.
Prayer Starter: Focus on Romans
11:2-6 for your prayers today.
Read: 1 Kings 20
Meditation: Even though Ahab is not a true believer, God does help
him deal with his enemies. We may wonder about this, but it was not yet time
for the nation of Israel to go into exile. Ahab would receive help against
his enemies, even though God would not get the credit from Ahab. How often
does God allow wicked nation or rulers to stand until it is His time to
bring them down? We see it all the time in the Bible. God has a plan and
sometimes He uses these wicked nations as a part of His plan. We may wonder
why, but in the end God will use it or them for His purpose.
Prayer Starter: Focus on Psalm
19 for your prayers today.
Read: 1 Kings 21-22
Meditation: Israel's King Ahab is called by God one of the
wickedest kings in scripture. Egged on by Queen Jezebel, Ahab
illustrates the truth that "power corrupts". Just when you
think Ahab can do no worse, we see that he can. However; the end is in
sight. Ahab will be killed.
Prayer Starter: Focus on Psalm
119:161-176 for your prayers today.
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