Many Faces of Wisdom
Wisdom in Proverbs
Live in the light of God (Isaiah 2:5)
The Call to Wisdom
1 Kings 4:29-34 The Message
29-34 God gave Solomon wisdom—the deepest of understanding and the largest of hearts. There was nothing beyond him, nothing he couldn’t handle. Solomon’s wisdom outclassed the vaunted wisdom of wise men of the East, outshone the famous wisdom of Egypt. He was wiser than anyone—wiser than Ethan the Ezrahite, wiser than Heman, wiser than Calcol and Darda the sons of Mahol. He became famous among all the surrounding nations. He created 3,000 proverbs; his songs added up to 1,005. He knew all about plants, from the huge cedar that grows in Lebanon to the tiny hyssop that grows in the cracks of a wall. He understood everything about animals and birds, reptiles and fish. Sent by kings from all over the earth who had heard of his reputation, people came from far and near to listen to the wisdom of Solomon.
For Reflection
Yes, Solomon's gift was wisdom. Yes, Soloman's wisdom was full of depth and compassion. Yes, Solomon's wisdom was the source of Solomon's fame. Yes, Solomon's wisdom could not shield him from pride and the seductions of power.
Pray
Pray for the wisdom of Solomon. Pray also for humility and the courage to place your self behind you. Pray so that you are not prideful by your blessing.
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