BEYOND EXPECTATIONS

Text : 1 Kings 3:13.

And I have also given thee that which thou hast not asked, both riches, and honour: so that there shall not be any among the kings like unto thee all thy days.

I'm sure you have heard that Solomon was the wisest and the richest man that ever lived. Well, you heard right; because God said so in the book of 1 Kings chapter three.

Solomon was so preoccupied with just one thing that when God appeared to him in a dream, even in that subconscious state, his request was direct :

"Give your servant an understanding mind to govern your people, so I can discern between good and evil. Otherwise, how will I be able to govern this great people of yours?” 1Kings 3:9.

*You can't go wrong whenever you ask God for wisdom over any matter. It is wisdom to ask for wisdom.*

Moreso, God gave an open invitation for all to ask for wisdom if you truly think you need one.

*Now if any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives to everyone generously without a rebuke, and it will be given to him.* James 1:5 ISV.

This solomon's request really pleased God that He didn't just grant it, but He exceeded it.

God said, look how I’m going to do precisely what you asked. I’m giving you a wise and discerning mind, so that there will have been no one like you before you and no one will arise after you like you.

I’m also giving you what you haven’t requested: both riches and honor, so that no other king will be comparable to you during your lifetime. 1Kings 3:12-13.

*Our God is a master in exceeding expectations. When you ask anything according to His will, He doesn't just do it, He always exceeds it.* Ephesians 3:20.

*Bible Reading: 1Kings 3:1-15.

PRAYER FOCUS

1.) Father God, please give me a wise heart to know what to pray for and what to do per time.

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