It took a year to read the Bible, then almost 9 months to read the Apocrypha. Now, I'm going to try to offer reflections on the Narrative Lectionary. But, I won't be posting daily--at least, for a while.

Friday, August 14, 2009

Solomon's Gifts, a reflection on 1 Kings 3:3-14

When asked what gift he wanted, Solomon responded "Wisdom, so I can better govern."

God, pleased with this answer and this attitude, gave Solomon what he had asked for and gave him more.

One reading of this passage would be to use it as a reminder of what good leaders need, and what really good leaders think that they need.

Another reading would be to reflect on the riches and honors part. Is that how we tend to measure success? Even more disturbing, is that how we tend to recognize God's approval?

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