Man, this passage is so cool.
I want to focus on the events of Solomon's dream in v5-15. The Lord appeared to Solomon and told him to "Ask for whatever you want me to give you." Solomon didn't ask for power, wealth, safety, or comfort. Solomon asks for God's wisdom and a "discerning heart" to be able to be a God-honoring leader. Solomon could have asked for ANYTHING. He put God's will before his own needs. If God were to ask me this, I feel like a lot of my answers would be a bit selfish. What I pray and what my heart actually wants are on a different note sometimes. I pray for God to allow me to surrender my will to Him but if He were to say ask me for whatever I want, I'd say pharmacy school.
God's response is pretty sweet too. God gave Solomon wisdom and more than Solomon could have imagined: riches and honor. If only I could have that outlook as well. I'm not saying that turning to God and seeking His will first will lead to wealth and riches. The whole "prosperity gospel" sham is a bit on the bogus side. But I know this: Our God is a God who provides according to our needs and our best interest. Solomon wasn't concerned about everything else. He just wanted the wisdom and mind of God. He got it and God blessed him in abundance. Instead of seeking this world and all that is in it, seek God first. Let Him take care of the rest.
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