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by Shannon Dittemore Reading: 1 KINGS 11:1-43;2 CHRONICLES 9:29-31 ECCLESIASTES 1:1-11 Therefore the Lord said to Solomon, “Because you have done this, and have not kept My covenant and My statutes, which I have commanded you, I will surely tear … Continue reading →

Written by: Shannon Dittemore Scripture Reading: PROVERBS 8:1-10:32 “To you, O men, I call out; I raise my voice to all mankind. You who are simple, gain prudence; you who are foolish, gain understanding. Listen, for I have worthy things … Continue reading →

According to the scriptures, this request pleased the Lord. He promised Solomon wisdom. And because he did not ask for those other, temporary, fading things–because the desire of his heart was the wisdom to govern–the Lord promised him riches and honor, saying that he would have “no equal among kings.” Continue reading →

Who knows why we face the things we face? Life circumstances, the frailty of the world around us, our own propensity to sin, the decisions of others, the attack of the enemy, even the divine wisdom of God–any of these things can bring discomfort into our lives. When I’m tempted to whine and complain–and let’s be real, I’m tempted a lot!–I am reminded of King David. Continue reading →