Thanks for tuning in for another night of "Meetta Talks". In this column, I share vast amounts of knowledge, and insight to particular situations. I very often, offer encouragement using personal life experiences of my own as well as from others. In this case, the writings of Solomon come to mind. Solomon was the wisest king in history. He became that because of all the things he could have asked for, he asked God for wisdom! See, Solomon knew that whatever he asked for in the way of material things, such as money and other material gain, would fade away with the passing of time. Solomon sought something that was more valuable, something that would be with him a lifetime. He asked for something that would ultimately bring God great glory in fulfilling his purpose in him. What Solomon asked God for was for the benefit of others! Not to build himself up.
What Solomon sought was something that men have died for and yet still never gained! What King Solomon sought was a great gift, the kind that only God could grant. That's not to say that Solomon didn't have his faults. It's just to say that Solomon possessed a world full of knowledge and knew how to apply it and no man has ever, EVER been compared to him in that capacity! The thing is, because God was so pleased with Solomon's request, God gave Solomon Great wealth and built his reputation as the wisest, wealthiest and most honorable King EVER! God made no other like King Solomon.
1 Kings 3:7-14
*Solomon asks God for wisdom
"Now, O Lord my God, you have made your servant king in place of my father David. But I am only a little child and do not know how to carry out my duties. Your servant is here among the people you have chosen, a great people, too numerous to count or number. So give your servant a discerning heart to govern your people and to distinguish between right and wrong. For who is able to govern this great people of yours?
The Lord was pleased that Solomon had asked for this. So God said to him, "Since you have asked for this and not for long life or wealth for yourself, nor have asked for the death of your enemies but for discernment in administering justice, I will do what you have asked. I will give you a wise and discerning heart, so that there will never have been anyone like you, now will there ever be. Moreover, I will give you what you have not asked for--both riches and honor--so that in your lifetime you have no equal among kings. And if you walk in my ways and obey my statues and commands as David your father did, I will give you a long life. "
1 Kings 4:29-34
(More Scripture)
"God gave Solomon wisdom and very great insight, and a breadth of understanding as measureless, as the sand on the seashore. Solomon's wisdom was greater than the wisdom of all the men of the East, and greater than all the wisdom of Egypt. He was wiser than any other man, including Ethan the Ezrahite-wiser than Heman, Calcol and Darda, the sons of Mahol (All very wise men). And his (Solomon's) fame spread to all the surrounding nations. He spoke three thousand Proverbs and his songs numbered a thousand and five.
He described plant life, from the cedar of Lebanon to the hyssop that grows out of walls. He also taught about animals and birds, reptiles and fish. Men of all nations came to listen to Solomon's wisdom, sent by all the kings of the world, who had heard of his wisdom."
Today Reader, I want to explain something to you about this weeks theme for my columns. Yes! This weeks "Theme" for all my 12 columns. I don't normally create a theme. Usually , my writings are all different but for some reason the subject of WISDOM just keeps coming up in me. I have my own journey and questions to deal with. So maybe, you will find something useful in this weeks columns that may answer some questions or guidance for you as well! Wisdom just keeps finding her way to me, holding onto me, making herself known to me. I take comfort in it. There is much to learn about wisdom. We need to take it seriously. We need to realize its there to assist us, not hinder us. We need to understand its presence and its purpose!
It seems that the world we live in, has grown increasingly difficult and full of hopelessness. We need to understand as a people, Gods creation, that we have purpose, that things happen for reasons that we may never figure out. We also desperately NEED TO UNDERSTAND that there is a way to cope with things or at least a "right" way to maneuver through the tough situations we face. We need guidance. Guidance that will help us in a positive way. We may come out battered and beaten by disappointments throughout life, but we must know that there is a way that we can come out with our minds in tact. There is a way to deal with the situation in the best possible light if... we are open to it.
DO YOU KNOW WHAT A PROVERB IS?
A proverb is a wise saying that describes patterns i that operate in every day life. It offers us advice on how to conduct ourselves in various situations.
DO YOU KNOW WHAT WISDOM IS?
Wisdom is a God-given gift and also the result of a desperate search mandated by life experiences. It is the ability to make good use of knowledge; the ability to recognize right from wrong; It is good judgement. By the way, wisdom is only effective when you activate it by using it! True Wisdom is ..."The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and discipline. Listen, my son to your father's instruction and do not forsake your mother's teaching. They will be a garland to grace your head and a chain to adorn your neck. My son, if sinners entice you, do not give into them." ...Proverbs chapter 1 verses 7-10
Solomon says don't be a know- it- all. Stay open! Seek wisdom from others that are wiser than you, especially those who know you well and can give you valuable insight and counsel. Learn how to learn from others. You don't know it all! Remember, only God knows it all.
Thanks for Reading.
May wisdom always be with you!
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