Come Follow Me 2026 · Week 26
Daily Scripture Thoughts: 2 Samuel 11–12;1 Kings 3;6–9;11
June 22–28 · 2 Samuel 11–12; 1 Kings 3; 6–9; 11
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Finding Strength in Covenants
Week Overview
“And I will dwell among the children of Israel, and will not forsake my people Israel.”
— 1 Kings 6:13
This week, we’ll explore the lives of David and Solomon, two kings who started with great promise but faced tragic consequences from their choices. Their stories remind us that even the strongest can fall to temptation, as seen in David’s sins in 2 Samuel 11–12. Yet, amidst their struggles, Solomon’s dedication of the temple in 1 Kings 6–9 offers hope through a permanent house of the Lord. This temple symbolizes God’s enduring presence and the power of covenants to connect us to Him. As we study, let’s reflect on how the Lord’s mercy and temple blessings can guide us through our own weaknesses. Together, we can find strength to overcome challenges and stay close to God.
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Take a moment today to write down one way you’ve felt God’s presence in your life recently, and share it with your family.
How can the temple or our covenants help us feel God’s presence in our daily lives?
Monday
Resisting Temptation’s Path
Challenges
“And it came to pass in an eveningtide, that David arose from off his bed, and walked upon the roof of the king’s house: and from the roof he saw a woman washing herself; and the woman was very beautiful to look upon. And David sent and inquired after the woman.”
— 2 Samuel 11:2-3
David’s story in 2 Samuel 11 shows how small choices can lead to devastating consequences. What began as a lingering look turned into a series of sinful decisions that brought tragedy to many lives. This reminds us that temptation often starts subtly, drawing us away from God step by step. The adversary seeks to lead us down similar paths today, whether through inappropriate content or other distractions. By recognizing these early moments, we can choose to turn away before our actions spiral. Let’s learn from David’s mistakes and seek the Lord’s strength to resist temptation.
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Identify one area of temptation in your life and set a specific boundary today to protect yourself from it.
What small choices can I make now to avoid larger mistakes later?
Tuesday
Seeking an Understanding Heart
Revelation
“Give therefore thy servant an understanding heart to judge thy people, that I may discern between good and bad: for who is able to judge this thy so great a people?”
— 1 Kings 3:9
When the Lord offered Solomon anything he desired, Solomon asked for an understanding heart to discern between good and bad. This request shows his desire to lead God’s people with wisdom and righteousness. We, too, face daily decisions where we need discernment to choose the right path. Whether it’s navigating relationships or avoiding harmful influences, an understanding heart can guide us. Solomon’s example invites us to seek this gift through prayer and scripture study. Let’s ask the Lord to help us see clearly and act wisely in all we do.
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Spend five minutes in prayer today asking for discernment in a specific decision you’re facing.
How can I cultivate an understanding heart to better discern right from wrong?
Wednesday
Dwelling with the Lord
Covenant
“The Lord our God be with us, as he was with our fathers: let him not leave us, nor forsake us: That he may incline our hearts unto him, to walk in all his ways, and to keep his commandments, and his statutes, and his judgments, which he commanded our fathers.”
— 1 Kings 8:57-58
Solomon’s prayer at the temple dedication in 1 Kings 8 reflects his deep desire for the Lord to dwell with His people. He asked that God would incline their hearts to walk in His ways and keep His commandments. This teaches us the power of temple covenants to connect us to God and guide our lives. When we honor these covenants, we invite His presence to be with us always. Think of times you’ve felt closer to God through worship in His house. These sacred promises help us stay on His path, even amidst life’s trials.
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Reflect on a temple covenant or promise today and write down one way you can honor it more fully.
How have temple covenants helped me feel the Lord’s presence in my life?
Thursday
Returning with All Heart
Repentance
“Yet if they shall bethink themselves in the land whither they were carried captives, and repent, and make supplication unto thee in the land of them that carried them captives, saying, We have sinned, and have done perversely, we have committed wickedness; And so return unto thee with all their heart, and with all their soul, in the land of their enemies, which led them away captive, and pray unto thee toward their land, which thou gavest unto their fathers, the city which thou hast chosen, and the house which I have built for thy name.”
— 1 Kings 8:47-48
In his temple dedication prayer, Solomon pleaded that if the people sinned and repented with all their heart, the Lord would hear them. This powerful message reminds us that no matter how far we stray, we can always return to God through sincere repentance. Like the Israelites, we sometimes make mistakes or wander from the path. Yet, God’s mercy is always available when we turn back to Him fully. Solomon’s words encourage us to seek forgiveness and realign our hearts with the Lord. Let’s trust in His promise to hear our prayers and restore us.
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Take time today to pray for forgiveness for a specific mistake and commit to making a positive change.
What does it mean to return to the Lord with all my heart?
Friday
Keeping a Perfect Heart
Faith
“Let your heart therefore be perfect with the Lord our God, to walk in his statutes, and to keep his commandments, as at this day.”
— 1 Kings 8:61
Solomon urged the people to let their hearts be perfect with the Lord, focusing on following His statutes and commandments. This doesn’t mean our actions must be flawless, but that our deepest desires and intentions should align with God’s will. Later, in 1 Kings 11, we see Solomon’s heart turn away due to outside influences. This reminds us to guard our hearts against distractions or ‘other gods’ that pull us from the Lord. A perfect heart seeks Him first, even in our imperfections. Let’s strive to center our faith and love on God every day.
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Evaluate one influence in your life today and decide if it draws you closer to or further from the Lord.
What can I do to keep my heart perfect with the Lord amidst daily distractions?
Saturday
Covenants Guide Our Path
Week Summary
“And if thou wilt walk before me, as David thy father walked, in integrity of heart, and in uprightness, to do according to all that I have commanded thee, and wilt keep my statutes and my judgments: Then I will establish the throne of thy kingdom upon Israel for ever, as I promised to David thy father.”
— 1 Kings 9:4-5
This week, we’ve seen the highs and lows of David and Solomon’s reigns, from David’s tragic fall to Solomon’s wise beginnings and eventual struggles. Their stories warn us of temptation’s power but also highlight the hope found in God’s presence through the temple. Solomon’s dedication of the Lord’s house reminds us that covenants create a lasting connection to Him. Despite human weakness, God promises to dwell with us and hear our prayers when we repent. Let’s carry forward the lessons of discernment, repentance, and covenant-keeping. These principles can guide us to walk in integrity and stay close to the Lord.
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Discuss with your family one key lesson from this week’s study and set a goal to apply it together.
How can the lessons from David and Solomon strengthen my commitment to God’s path?
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