Today at evening worship, Dr. Schultz reminded me to pray for things that are in accord with God’s will. God blessed Solomon because when granted one request, he did not ask for wealth, long life, and power. God willingly grants us the things we need and request if we ask in a spirit that is in accord with His will. God loves to grant us good gifts. It pleased the Lord that Solomon had asked for wisdom.
And God said to him, “Because you have asked this, and have not asked for yourself long life or riches or the life of your enemies, but have asked for yourself understanding to discern what is right, behold, I now do according to your word. Behold, I give you a wise and discerning mind, so that none like you has been before you and none like you shall arise after you. I give you also what you have not asked, both riches and honor, so that no other king shall compare with you, all your days. And if you will walk in my ways, keeping my statutes and my commandments, as your father David walked, then I will lengthen your days.”
– 1 Kings 3:5-14Proverbs 22:4- The reward for humility and fear of the LORD is riches and honor and life.
James 1:5- If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him.
What are you praying for today? Is it “me” centered or Christ centered?
