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Life of a King: Ahaziah’s Ruin
When I, Ahaziah, son of Jehoram, became king, I followed the advice of the only leaders I knew: the family of Ahab. With their helpful advice, I continued my father’s legacy. I allied myself with Ahab’s son Joram, and together, we fought against King Hazael of Aram. One day, he… (Keep Reading)
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Life of a King: Jehoram’s Devastation
When I, Jehoram, son of the renowned Jehoshaphat, became King, I set my plan into motion. It was clear from the start that my brothers were after my treasure and my throne. I eliminated the threat. I then secured my alliance with Israel by marrying one of Ahab’s daughters. Suddenly… (Keep Reading)
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Life of a King: Abijam’s Toolkit
When I, Abijam, son of Rehoboam, claimed the kingship following my father’s death, I had one goal in mind: reunite the Kingdom. Lucky for me, no one challenged my coronation. Almost right after I became king of Judah, war broke out between my people and Jeroboam’s people. I armed by… (Keep Reading)
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Life of a King: Rehoboam’s Folly
When I, Rehoboam, son of Solomon, travelled to Shechem for my anointing as King of Israel, I thought everything was in order. And then Jeroboam son of Nebat, scourge of the land, returned from exile in Egypt. He challenged my right to rule by demanding I lower taxes and lighten… (Keep Reading)
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Life of a King: Solomon’s Wisdom
Let me level with you. I, Solomon, didn’t think I’d be King. As David, my father, grew old, my half-brother Adonijah claimed the throne. If Nathan hadn’t spoken to my mother, who in turn talked to Abba, I doubt the throne would now be mine. (Keep Reading)
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Life of a King: Saul’s Downfall
When I, Saul, was anointed King of all Israel, I thought it was a joke. I mean, I’m from the tribe of Benjamin. I didn’t set out to be King; I was just looking for my lost donkeys. Then I met Samuel, and suddenly I was prophesying. Soon after, I… (Keep Reading)
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