Solomon

Day 1 –  THE STORYDavid’s 1st son was a man named Solomon. After David died, Solomon became king.

God told Solomon he could ask God for whatever he wanted. See what Solomon asked God for in these verses.

Read 2 Chronicles 1:7-12

What does Solomon ask from God? Why does Solomon ask God for that?

How did God respond?

Day 2 – THE WITNESSES

God gave Solomon wisdom and he became very wise. Read how wise Solomon became.

Read 1 Kings 4:29-34

Who came to listen to Solomon?

Do you think that Solomon’s wisdom was a way to get people around the world to hear about God?

Day 3 – THE SOURCE

God is the true meaning of wisdom. He is what being wise really means. Solomon was wise because God made him wise. Did you know that God can give you wisdom too?

Read James 1:5

If you need to understand something, who should you go to for help?

Does God give wisdom to just a few people who ask, or anyone who asks?

Do you go to God for help when you need it?

Day 4 – THE MOTIVE

Sometimes, the Bible asks you to “fear” the Lord. This does not mean you need to be afraid of God. The Bible is telling you to think the Lord is the most awesome thing… ever.

Read Proverbs 3:7

What does this verse tell you not to do?

What does this verse ask you to do?

How is God awesome?

List some ways that God is awesome.

How can you become wise by watching Him?

DID YOU KNOW… 

God asked Solomon to build a house for Him called a temple. It was where Israel would go to worship God.

Day 5 – CAUGHT IN THE ACT

Have you ever had questions for God? Write down those questions and then take the time to ask Him to help you understand the answer. Be patient… God doesn’t always answer things in your timing. Keep praying while you are waiting, and when He gives you wisdom, write down the answer. You can also ask parents and godly friends for help answering some of. your questions