1 Kings 11:37
“And I will take thee, and thou shalt reign according to all that thy soul desireth, and shalt be king over Israel.”

What does 1 Kings 11:37 mean?
The Bible verse 1 Kings 11:37 from the King James Version (KJV) reads, "And I will take thee, and thou shalt reign according to all that thy soul desireth, and shalt be king over Israel." This verse comes from the Old Testament and occurs after Solomon’s disobedience and…
Read full commentaryDevotionalCalled to Reign: Embracing God's Design for Our Lives
In the verses leading up to 1 Kings 11:37, we encounter a significant moment in the narrative of Israel’s history, where God speaks directly to Jeroboam through the prophet Ahijah, revealing His divine will. The verse reads: "And I will take thee, and thou shalt reign according…
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Heavenly Father, We come before Your mighty throne of grace, acknowledging Your sovereignty over all creation. As we meditate on the powerful words from 1 Kings 11:37, in which You declare, "And I will take thee, and thou shalt reign according to all that thy soul desireth, and…
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