Day 158 - Read 1 Kings 1-2

King David was old and unable to be warm. A young woman was found to care for David. Adonijah, one of David’s sons, attempted to make himself king. David confirmed Solomon as his successor and he was anointed by Zadok, the priest, and Nathan, the prophet. Solomon sent for Adonijah, and he paid homage to Solomon and was sent home. David charged Solomon to walk in the ways of the Lord. David gave Solomon instructions on dealing with some of his men. David died after he reigned over Israel for forty years. Adonijah tested Solomon through Solomon’s mother, Bathsheba, and Adonijah was put to death. Solomon had Joab killed. Shimei was killed because he did not obey Solomon’s instructions to remain in his house.