1Kings 3-5

Overview of chapter 3
Solomon make a treaty with the Pharaoh of Egypt with one catch, he had to marry Pharaoh’s daughter.

The Lord spoke to Solomon in a dream, and told him He would grant him any wish. Solomon chose wisdom so he could rule his people well. God granted this to him and also promised him much wealth. This wisdom was immediately put to the test when to women brought a child to him, and both were claiming the baby was theirs. Solomon ruled that the baby should be cut in half and shared. When this was heard one woman agreed with Solomon’s idea, but the other mother said she would rather the baby be with the other woman as long as the baby could live. Her love made it clear to Solomon that she was the real mother and so he gave the baby to her.

Overview of chapter 4
Solomon assigned people to the different tasks neccessary to maintain the kingdom.

Solomon’s wealth and wisdom are described in detail.

Overview of chapter 5
Solomon made a deal with his fathers old buddy king Hiram of Tyre. Hiram had his people provide the Israelites with the wood necessary to build a temple for God. Solomon also employed many workers to build the temple.

Reflection
If you had one wish what would it be? Who would your wish benefit more, you or your friends and family? Have you ever asked God for wisdom?

For Further Study
Wisdom: Exodus 28:3, Deuteronomy 4:5-6, Psalm 111:10, Proverbs 1:7, Proverbs 2:6, Proverbs 8:11, Proverbs 13:10, Luke 2:52, 1Corinthians 3:19, James 1:15, James 3:17.