◄ 1 Kings 3:7 ►
And now, O LORD my God, You have made Your servant king in my father David's place. But I am only a little child, not knowing how to go out or come in. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Kings 3:7? 2. How does Solomon's humility in 1 Kings 3:7 guide our prayer life? 3. What does Solomon's acknowledgment of inexperience teach about seeking God's wisdom? 4. How can we apply Solomon's dependence on God in our daily decisions? 5. How does 1 Kings 3:7 connect with James 1:5 about asking for wisdom? 6. In what ways can we demonstrate humility like Solomon in leadership roles? 7. How does 1 Kings 3:7 reflect Solomon's humility and dependence on God? 8. What does Solomon's request in 1 Kings 3:7 reveal about his priorities as a leader? 9. How does 1 Kings 3:7 challenge modern views on leadership and wisdom? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Kings 3? 11. Is King Solomon considered saved? 12. (2 Chronicles 10:6–8) Why would Rehoboam ignore experienced elders’ counsel, despite the text indicating he had access to wisdom? 13. How could David and Abishai enter Saul's camp and take his spear and water jug unnoticed by 3,000 soldiers? (1 Samuel 26:7-12) 14. 2 Chronicles 13 compared with 1 Kings 15:3 - Why does Abijah appear more faithful in Chronicles than in Kings, and what might explain this seeming discrepancy? Discussion Questions 1. How does Solomon's humility in 1 Kings 3:7 serve as a model for our own approach to God in prayer and decision-making? 2. In what ways can we seek God's wisdom in our daily lives, and how does James 1:5 encourage us in this pursuit? 3. How does Solomon's acknowledgment of his limitations relate to Jesus' teaching in Matthew 18:3-4 about becoming like little children? 4. What can we learn from Solomon's example about the importance of prioritizing spiritual wisdom over material wealth or power? 5. How does recognizing God's sovereignty, as Solomon did, impact our understanding of leadership and responsibility in our own lives? 1 Kings 3 Bible Study Questions 1. What was Solomon's main request from God in his dream? Why is this significant? 2. How does Solomon's choice reflect his character and readiness to be king? 3. In what ways does God's response to Solomon's request demonstrate His divine character? 4. How did Solomon's dream impact his leadership style? 5. What can we learn from Solomon's request when praying for our own needs or desires? 6. Consider the case of the two women. What does their story teach about love and motherhood? 7. How does Solomon's solution to the problem show his wisdom? 8. What was the reaction of the people when they heard of Solomon's judgement? Why do you think they reacted this way? 9. How can we apply the wisdom Solomon demonstrated in our own decision-making? 10. Why do you think Solomon chose to marry Pharaoh's daughter? What were the potential implications of this decision? 11. If you were in Solomon's shoes, what would you have asked God for? Why? 12. How can we discern between self-interest and the greater good in our own lives, as Solomon did in his dream? 13. How can leaders today apply Solomon's approach to governance in their leadership? 14. How can Solomon's wisdom help you handle disputes or conflicts in your own life? 15. How does Solomon's interaction with God in his dream affect your understanding of prayer and divine communication? 16. How does God's promise of a long life if Solomon obeys His commandments resonate with the New Testament's teachings on obedience? 17. What does this chapter reveal about the nature and power of true wisdom? 18. How does Solomon's wise judgement reflect on the value of justice and fairness in society today? 19. In what ways does Solomon's dream speak to the importance of setting the right priorities in life? 20. Reflecting on the narrative of the two women and the baby, how would you use wisdom to decide in a difficult situation you currently face or might face in the future? Links 1 Kings 3:7 NIV 1 Kings 3:7 NLT 1 Kings 3:7 ESV 1 Kings 3:7 NASB 1 Kings 3:7 KJV 1 Kings 3:7 Commentaries Bible Hub