1 Kings (Reformed Expository Commentary)

Ryken, Philip Graham

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Dynasties, fractured kingdom, prophecies of coming hardship—the book of 1 Kings is a grand, sweeping narrative of the beginning of the downfall of God’s people. Its size and scope may seem intimidating, but Phil Ryken shows us in the biblical, doctrinal, practical, and Christological commentary how this imposing book can be divided into three keys sections.

First, the stories of Solomon focus on the themes of money, sex, and power, inviting us to learn from Solomon’s example. Will we use these things wisely for kingdom purposes, or foolishly abuse them for shellfish gain? Then the middle of the story, on the divided kingdom, shows the destructive consequences of sin among the people of God—especially the sin of idolatry. The final section demonstrates the power of prayer to the true and living God, as exemplified in the life and ministry of God’s prophet Elijah.

Phil Ryken brings out the key themes of these three sections and illustrates how they come together in the focus on the gospel of Jesus Christ, especially his kingly and prophetic offices. This is an excellent resource for those who want a devotional aid and will help Bible expositors reliably teach a redemptive–historical view of this important Old Testament book.

  • Chapters 1–11: The stories of Solomon focus on the themes of money, sex, and power: Will we use them wisely for kingdom purposes or foolishly abuse them for selfish gain?
  • Chapters 12–16: The material on the divided kingdom shows the destructive consequences of sin among the people of God—especially the sin of idolatry.
  • Chapters 17–22: These chapters demonstrate the power of prayer to the true and living God, as exemplified in the life and ministry of God’s man Elijah.

The focus throughout 1 Kings is on the gospel of Jesus Christ, especially in his kingly and prophetic offices.

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  • Cover Type
    Hardcover
  • ISBN
    9781596382084
  • Page Count
    636
  • Publisher
    P&R Publishing Company
  • Publication Date
    June 2011
  • Books of the Bible
    1 Kings

Endorsements (2)

“Sadly for many North American Christians the Old Testament is a dead book, often treated merely as a foil against which to interpret the New Testament. Phil Ryken’s work goes much work goes much farther. The author, an accomplished expositor and preacher, wrestles seriously with the form and message of 1 Kings for its original audience, its place in redemptive history, and its significance for today. This volume is a model of exposition, combining thorough and responsible exegesis with a passion to communicate the life-giving power of Old Testament Scriptures for the church.”

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Daniel I. Block

D.Phil., Gunther H. Knoedler Professor of Old Testament, Wheaton College, IL

“Ryken’s historical, literary, theological, and pastoral gifts combine to make him an excellent guide into the riches of 1 Kings. These sermons demonstrate deep understanding of and love for God, which leads to a good understanding of human beings, which in turns leads to solid application for today. This lively and reverent treatment of this book will aid pastors and small group leaders who wish to share this neglected book in engaging ways. It rewards careful reading done with a reverent heart.”

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Paul House

Professor of Divinity, Beeson Divinity School of Samford University

About the Author

Philip Graham Ryken (PhD, Oxford) is President of Wheaton College in Wheaton, Illinois. He is Bible teacher for the Alliance of Confessing Evangelicals, and can be heard weekly on the radio broadcast Every Last Word. He has written or edited more than thirty books including The Message of Salvation, The Doctrines of Grace (with James Montgomery Boice) and Ryken’s Bible Handbook.

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1 Kings (Reformed Expository Commentary)

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Related Media


Listen to a series of sermons by Philip Ryken from 1 Kings.
Source: Sermon Audio

Publisher’s Description

Dynasties, fractured kingdom, prophecies of coming hardship—the book of 1 Kings is a grand, sweeping narrative of the beginning of the downfall of God’s people. Its size and scope may seem intimidating, but Phil Ryken shows us in the biblical, doctrinal, practical, and Christological commentary how this imposing book can be divided into three keys sections.

First, the stories of Solomon focus on the themes of money, sex, and power, inviting us to learn from Solomon’s example. Will we use these things wisely for kingdom purposes, or foolishly abuse them for shellfish gain? Then the middle of the story, on the divided kingdom, shows the destructive consequences of sin among the people of God—especially the sin of idolatry. The final section demonstrates the power of prayer to the true and living God, as exemplified in the life and ministry of God’s prophet Elijah.

Phil Ryken brings out the key themes of these three sections and illustrates how they come together in the focus on the gospel of Jesus Christ, especially his kingly and prophetic offices. This is an excellent resource for those who want a devotional aid and will help Bible expositors reliably teach a redemptive–historical view of this important Old Testament book.


The focus throughout 1 Kings is on the gospel of Jesus Christ, especially in his kingly and prophetic offices.

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