The Temple of Solomon
Read: 2 Chronicles 2:1-12 The house that I am to build will be great, for our God is greater than all gods. (v. 5) The world watched in horror last year as the great cathedral of Notre Dame in Paris caught fire. Even irreligious people were distraught, noting that the cathedral was a historic landmark, […]
The Wisdom of Solomon
Read: 1 Kings 3:16-28 They stood in awe of the king, because they perceived that the wisdom of God was in him to do justice. (v. 28) They were an elderly couple now, but they had spent their entire lives serving the Lord together. While age had slowed them down, my husband and I loved […]
The Promise to Solomon
Read: 1 Kings 3:10-15 It pleased the Lord that Solomon had asked this. (v. 10) In proverbs attributed to Solomon, we read: “Blessed is the one who finds wisdom, and the one who gets understanding . . . Long life is in her [wisdom’s] right hand; in her left hand are riches and honor” (Proverbs […]
The Petition of Solomon
Read: 1 Kings 3:1-9 Give your servant therefore an understanding mind to govern your people, that I may discern between good and evil. (v. 9) I once read that when Lord Melbourne arrived to tell young Victoria that she was now queen of England, he read today’s passage with her, encouraging her to seek wisdom […]
The Expectations for Solomon
Read: 1 Chronicles 28:1-12 Be careful now, for the LORD has chosen you to build a house for the sanctuary; be strong and do it. (v. 10) One of the difficult things about beginning a new job is taking it over from someone else. It can be hard to fill another’s shoes, especially if they […]
May Prayer Guide 2020
TURKEY — Give thanks that despite the challenges introduced by COVID-19, our team has been able to continue broadcasting on the radio. Since all travel has been suspended in the country of Turkey for the last month and a half, however, our producer has not been able to travel to the television studio to record programs […]
The Reign of Solomon
Read: 1 Kings 4:20-34 Solomon ruled over all the kingdoms from the Euphrates to the land of the Philistines and to the border of Egypt. (v. 21) As we consider the life of Solomon, it’s important to understand what an important character he is in Scripture. When you realize how much of the Old Testament […]
God Does Not Delay
Read: 2 Peter 3:1-9 The LORD is not slow to fulfill his promise as some count slowness, but is patient toward you, not wishing that any should perish, but that all should reach repentance. (v. 9) Immediacy has become a normal part of my life. I text a friend and expect a fast response. I […]
Courage and Kindness
Read: Deuteronomy 31:1-8 Be strong and courageous. Do not fear or be in dread of them, for it is the LORD your God who goes with you. He will not leave you or forsake you. (v. 6) Addressing conflict is not my favorite activity, but it’s a necessary part of life. As a Christian, I […]