13. 1 Chronicles. Restore the people, raise up the king and renew the temple; then God will pour out his blessings. David and Solomon’s kingship as well as a selection of southern kings and Judah’s judgment into exile. 1 Chronicles and 2 Chronicles is written for the people who returned from exile as a way to encourage them in their faith. They were spiritual heirs of David and Solomon and God would not forget the promises he made to David and to his people. Thus, David and Solomon are portrayed in a more positive light, and only the southern kingdom (Judah) is highlighted.