📖 Come, Follow Me • 2026 Old Testament Week 27 • Jun 29 – Jul 5, 2026

1 Kings 12–13; 17–22: 'If the Lord Be God, Follow Him'

"If the Lord Be God, Follow Him"
📜 1 Kings 12–13; 17–22
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Scripture Scramble

Weekly Scripture Builder
1 Kings 12–13; 17–22
Arrange this week's key scripture from 1 Kings 12–13; 17–22:
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"'Man looketh on the outward appearance, but the Lord looketh on the heart... The battle is the Lord's.' (1 Samuel 16:7 & 17:47)"
💡 Scripture Insight: Pondering 1 Kings 12–13; 17–22 helps us build spiritual strength and follow Jesus Christ in our daily thoughts and actions.
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Scripture Matchup

Two-of-a-Kind Linker
If the Lord Be God, Follow Him
Connect each scripture passage on the left with its inspired teaching on the right!
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Scripture Memory Match

Scripture Pairs
If the Lord Be God, Follow Him
Flip the cards to pair up scripture phrases and principles:
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Scripture Fact or Fiction?

True or False?
If the Lord Be God, Follow Him
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Scripture Emoji Decoder

Emoji Riddle
If the Lord Be God, Follow Him
Solve the scripture emoji riddle by identifying the matching verse:
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Lesson Quiz Question Bank (7 Questions)

Teacher review and offline question guide for 1 Kings 12–13; 17–22
QUESTION 1 📖
What tragedy divided the united kingdom of Israel into two separate nations following King Solomon's death in 1 Kings 12?
A: An invasion by the Philistines
B: A great flood washed away the roads
C: A famine scattered all the twelve tribes
D: ✓ Solomon's son Rehoboam harshly increased taxes, causing ten northern tribes to rebel under Jeroboam (Kingdom of Israel) while Judah remained in the south
Takeaway: 1 Kings 12: Rehoboam's foolish refusal to lighten the burden divided Israel into the Northern Kingdom (Israel, 10 tribes) and Southern Kingdom (Judah).
QUESTION 2 📖
During a three-year drought, how did the Lord miraculously feed the prophet Elijah while he was hiding by the brook Cherith in 1 Kings 17:4–6?
A: Manna fell on his tent every morning
B: ✓ Ravens brought him bread and flesh in the morning, and bread and flesh in the evening; and he drank of the brook
C: Angels brought him fruit from heaven
D: Merchants gave him food in secret
Takeaway: 1 Kings 17:6: 'And the ravens brought him bread and flesh in the morning, and bread and flesh in the evening; and he drank of the brook.'
QUESTION 3 📖
What miracle occurred for the faithful widow of Zarephath when she baked a little cake for Elijah first with her last handful of meal in 1 Kings 17:14–16?
A: She found a bag of silver coins in her oven
B: Her house was turned into a bakery
C: ✓ The barrel of meal wasted not, neither did the cruse of oil fail, until the day the Lord sent rain upon the earth
D: A vineyard grew in her yard
Takeaway: 1 Kings 17:16: 'And the barrel of meal wasted not, neither did the cruse of oil fail, according to the word of the Lord, which he spake by Elijah.'
QUESTION 4 📖
What bold challenge did Elijah present to all Israel on Mount Carmel against the 450 prophets of Baal in 1 Kings 18:21?
A: ✓ 'How long halt ye between two opinions? if the Lord be God, follow him: but if Baal, then follow him'
B: 'Who will pay the highest tribute to the king?'
C: 'Let us build temples for both gods'
D: 'Why do we study the ancient laws?'
Takeaway: 1 Kings 18:21: 'How long halt ye between two opinions? if the Lord be God, follow him: but if Baal, then follow him. And the people answered him not a word.'
QUESTION 5 📖
How did the Lord dramatically answer Elijah's prayer on Mount Carmel after Elijah soaked the altar with twelve barrels of water in 1 Kings 18:38?
A: A sudden earthquake broke the altar
B: Rain extinguished all fires on the mountain
C: A voice from heaven spoke without fire
D: ✓ The fire of the Lord fell, and consumed the burnt sacrifice, the wood, the stones, the dust, and licked up the water in the trench
Takeaway: 1 Kings 18:38–39: The fire of the Lord consumed everything, and when all the people saw it, they fell on their faces, crying: 'The Lord, he is the God!'
QUESTION 6 📖
When discouraged Elijah fled to Mount Horeb in 1 Kings 19:11–12, how did the Lord speak to him?
A: ✓ Not in the wind, earthquake, or fire, but in a 'still small voice'
B: Through a great and strong wind tearing the rocks
C: Through an earthquake shaking the mountain
D: Through a blazing fire
Takeaway: 1 Kings 19:12: 'And after the earthquake a fire; but the Lord was not in the fire: and after the fire a still small voice.'
QUESTION 7 📖
Who was the wicked king of Israel and his Phoenician queen who promoted pagan Baal worship and sought to kill Elijah?
A: Rehoboam and Maachah
B: ✓ Ahab and Jezebel
C: Jeroboam and Tirzah
D: Jehoram and Athaliah
Takeaway: 1 Kings 16:30–31 & 19:2: Ahab did evil in the sight of the Lord above all that were before him, marrying Jezebel who slew the prophets of the Lord.
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Weekly Story, Discussion & Teacher Guide

Come, Follow Me • 1 Kings 12–13; 17–22
Week 27 • Teacher & Family Companion
🎓 Teacher & Family Activity Companion

Game Descriptions & Gospel Purposes

Pedagogical guides, spiritual learning objectives, and classroom facilitation tips for each interactive game in 1 Kings 12–13; 17–22. Designed for Sunday School teachers (ages 11–18), Primary leaders, and family scripture study.

6 Lesson Activities
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Scripture Scramble

Weekly Scripture Builder 📖 1 Kings 12–13; 17–22
How It Works (Teacher Description)

Students tap or click scrambled word tiles in correct sequence to reconstruct the central scripture verse from 1 Kings 12–13; 17–22. Features interactive word undo, reset, and next-word hint assistance.

Gospel Purpose & Learning Objective

Scripture memorization and close-reading comprehension. Assembling the verse word-by-word encourages youth to internalize prophetic language and reflect on the divine promises in 1 Kings 12–13; 17–22.

💡 Classroom Facilitation Tip

Project the scramble on screen and invite students to assemble the verse collaboratively. Once assembled, recite the full verse aloud together and ask: 'Which phrase in this verse speaks most to you today?'

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Scripture Matchup

Two-of-a-Kind Linker 📖 1 Kings 12–13; 17–22
How It Works (Teacher Description)

Students connect scripture verses from 1 Kings 12–13; 17–22 with their inspired doctrinal principles, completions, and life applications.

Gospel Purpose & Learning Objective

Strengthens scripture navigation confidence and teaches how ancient verses directly guide modern decision-making.

💡 Classroom Facilitation Tip

Encourage youth to open their scriptures to the cited verses as they match each pair.

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Scripture Memory Match

Scripture Pairs 📖 1 Kings 12–13; 17–22
How It Works (Teacher Description)

A card-matching memory challenge pairing key scripture passages and sacred symbols from 1 Kings 12–13; 17–22.

Gospel Purpose & Learning Objective

Strengthens visual memory and scripture familiarity, providing an accessible learning path for younger or visual learners.

💡 Classroom Facilitation Tip

Have students take turns at the front or play in small teams as an engaging lesson wrap-up.

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Scripture Fact or Fiction?

True or False? 📖 1 Kings 12–13; 17–22
How It Works (Teacher Description)

A true-or-myth discernment challenge evaluating doctrinal statements regarding 1 Kings 12–13; 17–22 with immediate scriptural explanations.

Gospel Purpose & Learning Objective

Spiritual discernment and doctrinal clarity. Helps youth distinguish between worldly assumptions and eternal truths revealed through ancient and modern prophets.

💡 Classroom Facilitation Tip

Have youth vote with a thumbs-up or thumbs-down before revealing the answer, then invite a student to read the scriptural explanation aloud.

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Scripture Emoji Decoder

Emoji Riddle 📖 1 Kings 12–13; 17–22
How It Works (Teacher Description)

A visual rebus riddle where youth decode emoji sequences that illustrate pivotal stories, parables, and teachings from 1 Kings 12–13; 17–22.

Gospel Purpose & Learning Objective

Visual engagement and creative association. Serves as a fun, low-pressure lesson hook that sparks curiosity about the scripture narratives.

💡 Classroom Facilitation Tip

Use as an opening 3-minute bell-ringer to begin class with energy, or as a mid-lesson break to refocus attention.

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Live Buzzer Trivia Showdown

quiz.intellidwell.net • CFM-W27 📖 1 Kings 12–13; 17–22 (7 Questions)
How It Works (Teacher Description)

Synchronized multiplayer live buzzer showdown hosted via OpenQuiz on quiz.intellidwell.net (Share Code: CFM-W27). The teacher hosts and directs the board on laptop or tablet while youth buzz in using smartphones or physical wireless buzzers. Includes real-time lockouts, countdown timers, sound chimes, and automatic scoring.

Gospel Purpose & Learning Objective

Formative comprehension check and class-wide celebration of learning (7 questions). Encourages attentive scripture study throughout the week and unites youth in joyful, gospel-centered fellowship.

💡 Classroom Facilitation Tip

Project the big-screen Display Board (quiz.intellidwell.net/display) at the front of the classroom while controlling the pace from your own device (/host). Have youth pair up as companion teams to discuss answers before buzzing in.

Core Scripture Themes

1. Understanding If the Lord Be God, Follow Him

Samuel anointed David because the Lord looketh on the heart. Young David trusted in the name of the Lord of Hosts to conquer the giant Goliath with five smooth stones. As we study these chapters, the Lord teaches principles of covenant living, faith, and patience.

'Man looketh on the outward appearance, but the Lord looketh on the heart... The battle is the Lord's.' (1 Samuel 16:7 & 17:47)

2. Hearing the Voice of the Lord

Throughout the Old Testament, the Lord spoke through prophets, whispering peace to those who sought Him in sincerity and humility.

"Hearken unto the voice of the Lord your God..."

3. The Promise of Deliverance

When trials and challenges arise, Heavenly Father never leaves us alone. His covenants provide an anchor that keeps our testimonies steady.

"The Lord is my rock, and my fortress, and my deliverer..." (Psalm 18:2)

4. Light Along the Path

Jesus Christ is the center of the Old Testament and the center of our lives. Following His example fills our homes and ward family with love.

"I am the light of the world: he that followeth me shall not walk in darkness..." (John 8:12)

💬 Class & Family Discussion Starters

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What is one scripture or principle from 1 Kings 12–13; 17–22 that stood out most to you this week?

2

How can trusting Heavenly Father help you when things at school or with friends feel confusing?

3

What is one practical way you can live this week's lesson in your home with your family?

4

When have you felt the Holy Ghost help you understand a gospel truth?

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