Big Picture Question: Where does wisdom come from? Wisdom comes from God.
Key Passage: 1 Kings 8:61
Unit Christ Connection: Solomon’s grand earthly reign is a picture of the eternal reign of Christ. Solomon’s sin divided his kingdom, but Christ’s perfect Kingdom is forever.
Psalms, Proverbs, and Ecclesiastes are three books spanning nearly 200 chapters of the Bible. This week’s study follows the stories of David and Solomon, the primary writers of these books.
The Book of Psalms, a collection of 150 songs meant for prayer and praise, has helped believers throughout history express themselves in worship.
Wisdom comes from God. Solomon could have asked God for anything, and he asked for wisdom. God made Solomon the wisest man who had ever lived, and people came from all over to listen to his wisdom. He also wrote the Book of Proverbs, which offers practical advice for living wisely. Solomon ruled Israel with great wisdom, but he still turned away from God and pursued His own desires.
Israel needed someone greater than Solomon. God’s plan included someone greater than Solomon. “Something greater than Solomon is here!”. Jesus not only taught God’s wisdom, He displayed it perfectly.
Finally, the Book of Ecclesiastes also works to provide wisdom and knowledge to God’s people. Ecclesiastes addresses the reality of fearing God in a world heavily affected by sin.
When reading Psalms, Proverbs, and Ecclesiastes, remember that these books are the inspired words of God. The wisdom offered is not merely a suggestion for living; it is part of God’s plan for our sanctification. God wants us to be like Jesus—in how we live, how we speak, and how we think. We attain wisdom by knowing and loving the One who became God-
given wisdom for us, Jesus Christ.
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