Wednesday, June 3 1 Kings 3; 2 Chronicles 1; Ps 42; Romans 8

1 Kings 3: What did Solomon ask God for in verse 9? Why were the people in awe of Solomon (verse28)?

2 Chronicles 1: Why did Solomon go to Gibeon? What do we learn about Solomon’s activities in verses 16 and 17?

Romans 8: Who can not please God? Who helps us in our weakness?

Journal Prompt: When you are tempted to sin, or if you realize you have sinned unintentionally, what is your best option? Is this something you do?

Answers

1 Kings 3: Solomon asked God for an understanding mind to govern the people and discernment of good and evil.
The people were in awe of Solomon because of the wisdom he displayed – they recognized it to be godly wisdom.

2 Chronicles 1: Solomon went to Gibeon because the Tabernacle was there. Solomon began to trade in horses and chariots.

Romans 8: Those who are in the flesh cannot please God. (verse 8)
The Spirit helps us in our weakness. (verse 26). The Spirit intercedes for us when we do not know how to pray.