On this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily discusses some of the kings of the northern tribes of Israel that get very little in terms of verses, but receive very much in terms of punishment. There are many lessons to be learned from these unfaithful kings, and seeking to apply them to our lives will, hopefully, lead us closer to the heart of God and spare us from the humiliation that they incurred.

Looking into the life of Judah’s faithful King Asa, we can be encouraged that our own faithfulness is not dependent upon that of our parents. While his grandfather, Rehoboam, and his father, Abijam, were unfaithful kings, Asa broke away from their negative example. He even went so far as to remove his own grandmother from a position of power so that he could be faithful to the Lord. 

There are many great attributes of this king that are discussed in today’s episode of Wifey Wednesdays. Many applications can be made from the life of Asa for a Christian seeking to wholly follow after the Lord. 

This episode of Wifey Wednesdays continues through the Old Testament as we seek to apply the truths of God’s word to our lives today. 

In 1 Kings 14, King Rehoboam is facing a familiar enemy. This episode explores why this enemy has been allowed back into the lives of the tribe of Judah and how we might be able to keep ourselves from our enemy’s advances by heeding the words of Rehoboam’s father, King Solomon.

This episode of Wifey Wednesdays continues in the life of King Jeroboam, the first king of the northern tribe of Israel after the great divide.

Unfortunately, Jeroboam continues down the path of following his own desires instead of following God, and this episode explores the message he is given from God’s prophet Ahijah. This news is going to be awful and affect everyone in Jeroboam’s family. And while it is often more palatable to learn the positive lessons we can learn from positive examples, this account helps us to appreciate the severity of God and the holiness and sovereignty He shows in the life of this rebellious king.

On this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily looks at the moment the kingdom of Israel divides. Both Rehoboam and Jeroboam take counsel from others that ends up having devastating consequences. Upon examination of the hearts and attitudes of these kings, there are many applications to be made for Christians today about egotism, fearfulness, and echo chambers.

On this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily looks into the Old Testament time period when God takes the kingdom away from Solomon’s son. From this account of the prophecy given to Jeroboam, we can see so much about the goodness and character of God — things that will change our lives and our homes if we imitate Him.

On this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily examines David’s son, King Solomon, and shows how we can learn from the wisdom, humility, and foolishness of this famous king. Often touted for being the wisest, and lamented as being exceedingly worldly, there are many lessons to be gleaned from this ancient ruler.

On this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily discusses how a man who was an adulterer and a murderer could also be considered a man after God’s own heart, and blessed to be in the lineage of Christ.

Follow along this season for an overview of the Old Testament. To start “in the beginning,” be sure to listen to season 20.

On this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily dives back into the Old Testament narrative, this time focusing on the king that God gives to Israel after Saul — a king they did not deserve, but that they needed.

Through God’s selection and preparation of a young shepherd, we are able to see a glimpse into the future King of kings, and find peace and hope in His eternal kingdom.

On the season opener of Wifey Wednesdays season 21, Emily picks up where she left off in season 20 in the overview of the Bible series. This episode begins with the introduction of Israel's first earthly king, and what happens when you get exactly what you want - but it isn't what God had intended for you. Israel's rejection of God as their king proved to be a terrible move, but the children of Israel are not the only ones tempted to want what the world around them has.