Be Discerning
Prov 25-26 Similitudes and Instructions A similitude is a comparison of one thing to another. Solomon’s words in these two chapters are collected into these…
Compromise
2Chron 8; 1 Kings 9 Solomon conscripted the non-Israelites to work on his projects. God had said to rid the land of them, but instead,…
Forever is a very long time…
2Chron 6-7, Psalm 136 Forever is a very, very long time Solomon has finished the temple and now takes time to praise God for who…
Prayer
2Chron 5, 1 Kings 8 Prayer Solomon called for the temple’s dedication. Overwhelmed by its beauty and God, he bowed in humble adoration, kneeling with…
Focus on the highest priority!
2Chron 4; 1Kings 7 Buildings for God & Buildings for Man Solomon was given the privilege of building the Temple for God. He began on…
Honoring a Parent’s Legacy
2 Chron 2-3, 1 Kings 5-6 Solomon has been anointed king over Israel, and just as we might do, he began to plan how to…
Parenting is 24/7
Prov 22-24 What do you want to hear when you stand before the Father? Here’s a clue: parenting is 24/7! It is because of that…
Generations
Prov 16-19 Fruitful “Family Trees” Grandchildren are like a crown to the elderly, and the glory of children is their parents. [Prov 17:6] One of…
Inheritance now and later
Prov 13:22a Inheritances A good person leaves an inheritance for his grandchildren, so says the Proverbs writer. In Prov 17:6, the Proverbs writer says that grandchildren are like a…
Madam Folly Entices! Lady Wisdom Instructs!
Prov 7-9 Kids, listen to Dad In this day and age, it seems that all rules regarding purity are thrown out the window. So, “Father”…