The following are discussion questions from a weekly study I am leading through the book of 1 Kings.  We meet each Wednesday evening at the Deer Run Church of Christ.

Starting Strong Isn’t The Same As Finishing Strong

A Study of the Book of 1 Kings

Lesson 6 (Building Project 1)
1 Kings 6
April 24, 2013

The Text:

1. When Solomon began building the temple of the Lord, how long had it been since God had brought the Israelites out of Egypt?  How long had Solomon been king?
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2. What were the dimensions of the temple?  How was it constructed?
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3. What did God say to Solomon about the temple he was building?
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4. How big was the inner sanctuary?  How was it decorated?  What was its purpose?
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5. How much time was spent building the temple?  How much attention was paid to the process of building it?

The Application:

1. What would  you consider to be a long time to wait for something?  What are some things that might change your answer?  How does knowing you will be doing something affect your ability or willingness to wait?
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2. How much “living space” does God want in your life?  Does He get it?  How concerned are you about distractions as you prepare your temple for God?
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3. What does God look for in the place that He lives?  Are God’s promises conditional or unconditional?  In what ways?
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4. What things or places remind you most of God’s presence?  How much value do you give to those?  What things would cause you to more fully recognize the value of God’s presence?  Do you consider it important to be reminded of God’s promises and presence?  How are those reminders given?
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5. Do you ever feel like it is taking to long for someone to become the temple of God they are supposed to be?  Do you ever feel like it is taking you too long?  Why does it take so long?  How thorough is God in His work?

Next Week: Building Project 2
1 Kings 7