Today, Emma Dotter unpacks the two unwise decisions made by the two “Boams”: Rehoboam and Jeroboam. Through the lens of Proverbs 3:5-6, Emma explains who without trusting in the Lord to guide in decisions we too can fall victim to decisions based on folly or insecurity. 
 
 Additional Scriptures in the passage: 
 
 Proverbs 11:4, “Where there is no guidance, a people falls…”
 Proverbs 3:5-6, “Trust in the Lord with all your heart…”
 
 Grab a NEW Join The Journey Journal: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7TCKPR1/ref=sr_1_14crid=3MDHUUF0FW85G&keywords=join+the+journey+volume+2&qid=1686688452&sprefix=join+the+journ%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-14
 
 Join the Journey Jr. https://www.jointhejourney.com/jr/5781-do-you-remember-god-s-promises-to-abraham

We are looking at the last chapter of Solomon’s life, which is the beginning of the decline of the nation of Israel. For the man who was the wisest king who ever lived, we really see a huge character flaw and a vulnerability to fall into sin. Today Emma Dotter is joined with today’s devo writer Pon Sakungew! It wasn’t an over night change in the life of Solomon, it was a slow turn of compromises.
 
 Grab a NEW Join The Journey Journal: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7TCKPR1/ref=sr_1_14crid=3MDHUUF0FW85G&keywords=join+the+journey+volume+2&qid=1686688452&sprefix=join+the+journ%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-14
 
 Join the Journey Jr. https://www.jointhejourney.com/jr/5781-do-you-remember-god-s-promises-to-abraham

It is generally understood that the main author of the book of Proverbs is Solomon. The Proverbs are the wisdom of the king who couldn’t live up to his own ideals, and they are simultaneously principles and not promises. Today Emma Dotter & Oren Martin dive into who understanding this book is helpful as we continue to learn about Solomon.
 
 Additional Scriptures in the podcast:
 Genesis 3:15, “Offspring will crush the head of the serpent.”
 Revelation 21 & 22
 Proverbs 22:6, “Train up a child…”
 2 Peter 1:21, “Men spoke from God as they were carried along by the Holy Spirit.” 
 Proverbs 26:4-5, “Answer not a fool…Answer a fool…”
 Matthew 12:42, “Something greater than Solomon…”
 1 Corinthians 1:30, “Christ Jesus, who became to us wisdom…”
 Colossians 1: “Fullness of God was pleased to dwell…”
 
 
 Grab a NEW Join The Journey Journal: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7TCKPR1/ref=sr_1_14crid=3MDHUUF0FW85G&keywords=join+the+journey+volume+2&qid=1686688452&sprefix=join+the+journ%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-14
 
 Join the Journey Jr. https://www.jointhejourney.com/jr/5781-do-you-remember-god-s-promises-to-abraham

Starting off with the hilarious question you may have heard growing up, “Who do you think you are, the Queen of Sheba?” Emma Dotter is joined by today’s devo writer Steve Pennypacker. The Queen of Sheba was able to right see that Solomon’s wisdom and riches didn’t allude to himself, but all to the blessing of God. 
 
 
 Additional Scriptures in the podcast:
 Deuteronomy 17:16 Rules for Kings of Israel
 Psalm 20: “some trust in chariots and some in horses…”
 
 Grab a NEW Join The Journey Journal: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7TCKPR1/ref=sr_1_14crid=3MDHUUF0FW85G&keywords=join+the+journey+volume+2&qid=1686688452&sprefix=join+the+journ%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-14
 
 Join the Journey Jr. https://www.jointhejourney.com/jr/5781-do-you-remember-god-s-promises-to-abraham

Starting to drift, not stewarding what God gave him well, and that is resulting in a lack of obedience in his actions. Emma Dotter is joined today on the podcast with Wendy Park, who is today’s devo writer. Wendy challenges us with this quote, “I will be faithful to the things he has called me to be faithful to, for the time he has called me to be faithful to them.” 
 
 Want to learn more about Kaleidoscope, our additional needs ministry? Check out the link here: https://www.watermark.org/ministries/kaleidoscope
 
 Additional Scripture in the passage:
 Leviticus 25:23, “The land shall not be sold irrevocably; for the land is mine…”
 
 Grab a NEW Join The Journey Journal: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7TCKPR1/ref=sr_1_14crid=3MDHUUF0FW85G&keywords=join+the+journey+volume+2&qid=1686688452&sprefix=join+the+journ%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-14
 
 Join the Journey Jr. https://www.jointhejourney.com/jr/5781-do-you-remember-god-s-promises-to-abraham

The whole point of the temple was for God to be with his people, Israel. Today Emma Dotter is joined by today’s devo writer and Watermark Elder, Ben Caldwell. These friends challenge us that we don’t want to miss the hope that is found in this passage. God brings restoration knowing full well that his people would rebel. We need to long for intimacy with God more than any temporal thing. 
 
 Additional Scriptures used in this passage:
 
 1 John 1:9, “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us of our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.” 
 
 Proverbs 13:24, “A man who spares the rod hates his son…”
 
 Hebrews 12:11, “For the moment of all discipline seems painful rather than pleasant, but later is yields the peaceful fruit of righteousness.” 
 
 Grab a NEW Join The Journey Journal: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7TCKPR1/ref=sr_1_14crid=3MDHUUF0FW85G&keywords=join+the+journey+volume+2&qid=1686688452&sprefix=join+the+journ%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-14
 
 Join the Journey Jr. https://www.jointhejourney.com/jr/5781-do-you-remember-god-s-promises-to-abraham

As we continue to learn about temple construction, today Emma Dotter shows us from 1 Kings 7 Solomon’s divided heart, and the willingness of Hiram of Tyre. Hiram used the gifts he receive from God for the building of the temple. What a correct usage of his gifts! 
 
 Want to serve? Email: [email protected] to serve with Join the Journey team!
 
 Additional Scripture in this passage:
 Exodus 35:30-35, Bezalel and Ohiliab
 1 Corinthians 12:4-7, “Varieties of gifts”
 1 Peter 4, “As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another,”
 
 
 Grab a NEW Join The Journey Journal: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7TCKPR1/ref=sr_1_14crid=3MDHUUF0FW85G&keywords=join+the+journey+volume+2&qid=1686688452&sprefix=join+the+journ%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-14
 
 Join the Journey Jr. https://www.jointhejourney.com/jr/5781-do-you-remember-god-s-promises-to-abraham

In today’s podcast, Emma Dotter walks through the continuing steps in the temple construction, and how this excerpt applies to our lives today. It has always been God’s desire to be with his people, but his presence comes with a condition: be obedient. While obedience is a necessity, and other essential aspect of the Christian life is silence. Silence before the Lord, and silence to hear Him speak.
 
 John 1:29, “Behold, the Lamb of God who takes away the sins of the world.”
 
 Hebrews 9:12, “But by means of his own blood, thus securing an eternal redemption.”
 
 1 Corin. 3:16, “Do you not know that you are God’s temple and that God’s Spirit dwells in you?”
 
 2 Peter 1:3, “His divine power has granted to us all things that pertain to life and godliness.
 
 2 Samuel 7:13, “He shall build a house for my name and I will establish that throne of his kingdom forever.” 
 
 1 Kings 1-2, Solomon rises to power.
 
 1 Kings 3, Solomon’s power approved.
 
 1 Kings 5:1-7, Solomon makes decisions.
 
 1 King 5:12, Solomon’s decisions are approved. 
 Grab a NEW Join The Journey Journal: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7TCKPR1/ref=sr_1_14crid=3MDHUUF0FW85G&keywords=join+the+journey+volume+2&qid=1686688452&sprefix=join+the+journ%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-14
 
 Join the Journey Jr. https://www.jointhejourney.com/jr/5781-do-you-remember-god-s-promises-to-abraham

In today’s bonus episode, Emma Dotter gives an overview of the book of Song of Solomon. The big idea being this: God’s idea for relationships is always best. In a world explaining who to love and how to love, Song of Solomon teaches believers what love in the marriage context should look like, and shows how God’s love for the church is compared to that of a marriage relationship. 
 
 Additional Scriptures in this podcast:
 Ephesians 5:22-33
 Revelation 21:2
 John 10:28-29, “No one will snatch them out of my hand.”
 John 10:11, “I am the Good Shepherd.”
 
 Ben Stuart’s sermon series on Song of Solomon: https://passioncitychurch.com/series/song-of-songs/
 
 Got Questions summary of the Song of Solomon: https://www.gotquestions.org/Song-of-Solomon.html
 
 NET Bible commentary on Song of Solomon: https://netbible.org/bible/Song+of+Songs+1

From tabernacle now to temple, the dwelling place of the God’s presence is now being permanently made. But even more amazing than that, believers today are seen as God’s temple? How is this possible? In today’s episode, Emma Dotter unpacks details about the progression of God’s presence from the tabernacle, to the temple, to in believers. 
 
 Additional Scriptures referenced in this podcast:
 2 Samuel 7:2-3, 7:12-13, David desires to build the temple.
 1 Kings 3:3, “Solomon loved the Lord.”
 John 1:14, “And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us,” 
 Ephesians 1:13-14, “Sealed with he promised Holy Spirit.”
 2 corinthians 4:7, “Jars of clay”
 
 Here are two additional podcasts with context for the tabernacle: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey/id1600151923?i=1000608414337
 
 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey/id1600151923?i=1000608766638