Theme for the Week: OVERCOMING EVIL WITH GOOD
Reading: 1 Kings 3:11
1 Kings 3:11 (NIV)
So God said to him, "Since you have asked for this and not for long life or wealth for yourself, nor have asked for the death of your enemies but for discernment in administering justice,
Many people would not hesitate to wipe out all their enemies when given the least chance. Rarely would one want their enemies to live, because they are a threat to their life.
Solomon was given the opportunity to ask what he wanted from God, but all that he could ask was wisdom, knowing too well of the enemies his father made. Just as little as it may seem before men, it has the tendency to accumulating all things to itself, thus Solomon talk of it as the principal thing (see Proverbs 4:7).
You do not need your enemies dead before you can prosper or make it in life. I believe Solomon learnt this wisdom from his father, David. You enemies should be a witness of your greatness and all that God will do with your life.
If you wish them dead, they cannot learn their lesson; when they see you glorified, they may glorify God and repent. Focus on being right with God and to please Him, and He will make even your enemies to live at peace with you (see Proverbs 16:7).
Shalom.
Let's Pray:
Most Gracious Father, we thank You. LORD God, may our enemies live to see You glorified in us and give You give glory in the name of Christ Jesus. Amen.
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