That night God appeared to Solomon and said to him, "Ask for whatever you want me to give you."
Solomon answered God, "You have shown great kindness to David my father and have made me king in his place. Now LORD God, let your promise to my father David be confirmed, for you have made me king over a people who are as numerous as the dust of the earth. Give me wisdom and knowledge, that I may lead this people, for who is able to govern this great people of yours?" 2 Ch 1:7-10 (NIV)
Most of us, okay, none of us are a king over a people as numerous as the dust of the earth. But we do have influence over people in our lives. Many of us are parents or grandparents. Some of us employ individuals and influence how they do their jobs. Some of us are blessed in that we're asked our opinions.
Leaders come and go. But the leaders who are remembered most are those who influenced with wisdom. True wisdom comes from God. And when Solomon is told he may ask for anything he wishes, he displays a certain amount of intelligence in that he asks God for righteous wisdom. Most if not all of us know a leader who has attempted to lead (without wisdom) and ultimately failed.
When is the last time you've asked God for wisdom? It's one of the things we've been promised by God. If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him. James 1:5 (NIV)
Godly wisdom is something we all need. And it's available if we will simply ask.
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Jesus, king on his terms, not ours
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Mike, I wanted to comment on this yesterday at work, but for some reason that computer wouldn't bring up this entire box. But important words here for us all. We need to keep asking God for wisdom, because we're ever in dire need of it. I'm hit here and there with one thing or another on a regular basis that reminds me that I'm in over my head. We do so as those wanting to follow Christ in this world and be found faithful. But only by God's grace and wisdom is that possible.
Good post, great reminder. Thanks!
Great thoughts. Man! We ask God for wisdom all the time. For our marriage. For parenting. For the impending move. For ministry. You name it, we need God's wisdom and guidance. Great verses!
Aint technology great Ted?
We truly are over our head. Thanks be to God for His unmatchless grace.
Keep asking Cheryl. It's one of those things that we know if we ask, we will receive. When's the big move? And what's the latest on the house?
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