1 Kings 3:13- "I give you also what you have not asked, both riches and honor, so that no other king shall compare with you, all your days."
Solomon had become King and his vast kingdom needed strong leadership. Solomon was wise enough to know that he was not equipped on his own to govern God's people. They were in a complex time and although Solomon was young he knew that he needed divine intervention. He sought wisdom not to use for personal gain for himself but for those he would govern. God was pleased by his unselfish request and not only gave him discernment that has never been matched; but God also gave him riches and prestige unrivaled even by today's standards.
I charge us today faithful readers to examine our prayers. What do we really want from God? Do we sweetly ask for one thing but subconsciously our carnality belts out selfish requests that would benefit only ourselves? What are you constantly petitioning for and who will ultimately benefit if your prayers are answered? When we are in a position of need, we must seek God's will of how to use that need to fulfill his purpose. Let's rethink our prayers and make sure our focus is on what God has in store for his glory and the furtherance of his kingdom. Watch him then take our humble requests and turn them into cups which overflow.
Every day is a good day; it is up to us to make it a GREAT day! Be blessed! Rev. Dr. JoAnn
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