This week’s passage is 1 Kings 2:1-12. David, nearing his death, wants to encourage Solomon and set him up for success with his final words. Deuteronomy 31 Moses telling all Israel and then specifically to Joshua, “Be strong and courageous” followed by instructions. David wants Solomon to go into his kingship with all the knowledge and experience David gained during his own years as king. The time during Absalom’s rebellion was very impactful to David and he wanted to prepare Solomon for the character of certain people. David’s last words were important to David, and he was blessed to be able to say them to Solomon. The most important instructions, to listen to God and to obey.