1 Kings 3 Commentary
The LORD speaks to Solomon in a dream: “What can I give you? Ask.” Solomon then asks for wisdom and discernment. The LORD is impressed with Solomon and gives him more than he had asked for.
We are off to a good start! Solomon’s love for the LORD is amazing. The LORD responds in generosity by giving Solomon a blank check.
This is what we have noticed on this journey: Each time the LORD is happy, fruitfulness returns in increased measure. The opposite is also true. The LORD’s anger leaves behind a trail of destruction. Solomon’s obedient walk before the LORD has brought prosperity. This is a high point.
The Bible goes ahead and gives us evidence of Solomon’s God-given wisdom. So far so good. We all want to pray for such moments when the wisdom from above can translate into physically functional decision-making.
But not all the decisions are godly! We have a combination of godly wisdom and worldly wisdom.
We suspect the wisdom behind an alliance with Egypt is worldly. Solomon must have married several other women under the same arrangement. These women would eventually mislead him.
Diplomatic and political convenience. It could also be business and commercial interests. Wisdom that makes sense in these areas would not always be godly wisdom.
Yes, you gain political capital, or your sales go up, but your spirituality takes a huge hit.
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