May 29, 2023: The Greatest Answer Of The Ages

"Give me now wisdom and knowledge to go out and come in before this people, for who can govern this people of yours, which is so great?" (2 Chronicles 1:10, ESV)

How would you answer God if He were to ask you, "What shall I give you?" Solomon was asked that question, and it appears he did not hesitate to answer. He asked for wisdom and knowledge that he might lead the nation of Israel, God's people. God promised Solomon wisdom and knowledge to lead Israel and granted him riches, possessions, and honor! That was a good answer!
    
Wisdom seems to be one of the least sought-after things of our time. Yet it is one of the most valuable things a person can acquire. James 1:5 says, “if anyone lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously.” James is telling us that God wants to do this. He wants us to have wisdom. Wisdom will empower us to walk in righteousness by adopting God's ways.
    
Life is constantly changing, and life is full of constantly changing variables. Because of this, we need wisdom to know how to respond to God and to others. We need wisdom in leading our children. We need wisdom in business dealings. Wisdom is the ability to think and react as God would in an ever-changing environment. Wisdom, as we see in Scripture, can save us from much heartache if adhered to. Solomon got it right; wisdom is way more valuable than riches. His answer to God's question is the answer of the ages, wisdom!