A FEW THOUGHTS ON TODAYS READING...
According to Eusebius (early church historian) and Josephus (Jewish/Roman historian) we learn that Solomon took over as king between the age of 12-15 years old. Though he learned much through the wonderful legacy of his father, David, the job before him was daunting. With this mindset, we read his first act was to humbly seek out God. We read he led a large assembly and in 2 Chr 1:6 a thousand burnt offerings were offered to God. In v.7 we read, "On that night God appeared to Solomon, and said to him, "Ask! What shall I give you?" After exalting God, we see his request in 2 Chr 1:10, "Now give me wisdom and knowledge, that I may go out and come in before this people; for who can judge this great people of Yours?" We see in his request his humility and his desire to be a servant to God's people. We read in the next 2 verses that God was pleased with Solomon's request and besides wisdom and knowledge he gave him riches and wealth and honor. Jon Courson says in his commentary, "In asking for knowledge to wisely rule, he sought not for himself, but for his kingdom".
Are we teachable? Do we see our jobs as just a job or our ministry? No matter what we do we can use it to bless someone else. What we do, where we do it and who we do it with is never an accident. This is our mission field. For those who are young, may you have a sensitive desire like Solomon to cultivate that servant's heart, be teachable and humble, and be the best that you can be. For those of us who are older, may we pass on the legacy of that ministering servant, like David did, to the next generation.
THIS WEEKS MEMORY VERSE
Then Jesus spoke to them again, saying, 'I am the light of the world. He who follows Me shall not walk in darkness, but have the light of life.' ~John 8:12

THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK
The knowledge of God and the remembrance of His all-seeing presence are the most powerful means against hypocrisy.
Richard Baxter (1615-1691)








"Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths." Proverbs 3:5-6
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