Solomon's Prayer for Wisdom
King Solomon was the son of King David, and a powerful king of Israel. We see in his story that although he was the wisest person to ever live, he also compromised by disobeying God's direct orders in making an alliance with Egypt, and marrying the daughter of Pharaoh (1 Kings 3:1-3).
Even so, when Solomon becomes king, God visits Solomon and says, "Ask me 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 Chronicles 1:7-10
Wisdom is knowledge as applied in order to live well according to God's world. Too often we just want knowledge, but that is a dead-end. Wisdom from knowledge gives us the ability to bend everything in us towards His will.
3 things we can take from Solomon's prayer:
- He recalls and rests in the character of God - Solomon pauses and reflects on who God is before He makes a request.
- He recognizes his own need - Although Solomon is king, he recognizes that he is not God. We live in a world of independence, and admitting that we need help feels weak. But we know the Christian life isn't meant to be lived on our own. We are meant to live in community with others in the power of the Holy Spirit.
- His request is "others-oriented" - Solomon puts the needs of his people before himself.
Questions to Consider:
- When was the last time you really thought about God's character? How do you rest in His character?
- Do you put other's needs before yourself in prayer? What are some ways you can add more of that to your prayer life?
- Where is your community of believers? Where do you need to let go of some pride and admit you need help?
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