Because of This

II Chronicles 1:11 says,  God said to Solomon, “Because you had this in mind, and did not ask for riches, wealth or honor, or the life of those who hate you, nor have you even asked for long life, but you have asked for yourself wisdom and knowledge that you may rule My people over whom I have made you king,  wisdom and knowledge have been granted to you. And I will give you riches and wealth and honor, such as none of the kings who were before you has possessed nor those who will come after you.”

In yesterday’s devo we saw that God granted Solomon the privilege of asking of God what he needed, and Solomon asked for wisdom.  Today, we read God’s response.

Here listed are the reasons God answered Solomon’s prayer:

Because he didn’t ask for his own exaltation (riches, wealth, honor)

Because he didn’t ask for punishment on his enemies

Because he didn’t ask for his own longevity of life

Because he DID ask for wisdom and knowledge to rule over what GOD had given him

I believe one prayer request that is always answered is when we ask for wisdom in raising our kids, in making decisions, and in our business and affairs of life…all for the glory of God.

And look what else God granted Solomon – the riches, wealth and honor – the things he did not seek first.

God says to seek him first and all the other “stuff” will be added. 

Do you lack wisdom?  Ask God.  He gives liberally.