1 Kings is a continuation of a narrative of the history of Israel which begins in 1 Samuel & continues through into 1 & 2 Kings While we so often struggle with the events & issues of the book of 1st Kings Ralph Davis helps us to see how it we can apply to the contemporary settings of the 21st century As usual Ralph Davis uses pastoral application & laces it with his own sense of humour He is noted for tackling scholarship head on