With the death of David, Solomon looks to solidify his kingship. He goes to seek the Lord albeit not where the ark is but rather at a bronze altar at Gibeon. The ark was at a different place due to the Phillistines capture of it and ultimately the place where it resided after the return of the ark by them. After 1000 sacrifices made by Solomon, the Lord appears to him to bless him and grant him one wish. Rather than ask for the mundane and selfish, he asked God for wisdom and knowledge to rule more effective and efficiently. God grants him this along with the riches and the benefits he didn't ask for to solidify and verify his rule. He then leaves the altar and goes to Jerusalem to start his reign. The writer then puts in the last few verses to emphasize the wealth that the Lord had promised him.
The start of the Golden era of Israel starts with this chapter. God kept his promise to David that He would bless Solomon beyond measure and He did. Kudos to Solomon for being aware of his situation and may I and other seek this wish above all others. God honors intent and not selfishness. Solomon got his cake and ate it too.
Good day yesterday and good business dinner. Enjoyed the place and the people. Looking forward to getting home later and the end of the current heat wave. Prayers to the Rodgers family as they are going to Boston to seek medical assistance for their baby girl. Prospects don't look good but at least they are prospects none the less. I counted a privilege to pray with him before his trip.
Praise for today: I have loved you with an everlasting love; I have drawn you with loving kindness. Jeremiah 31: 3
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