Yet Solomon insisted on loving them anyway. 3He had 700 wives of royal birth and 300 concubines. And in fact, they did turn his heart away from the Lord.
In this way, Solomon did what was evil in the Lord’s sight; he refused to follow the Lord completely, as his father, David, had done.
Lord God my Father,
Help me to be aware of my compromised desire and protect me from acting on it. Restore me to your original design.
Place me like a seal over your heart, like a seal on your arm. For love is as strong as death, its jealousy8:6a Or its passion. as enduring as the grave.
Lord God my Father,
Your love for me is beyond my understanding. Help me to accept it as you desire and help me to learn to love as you designed me to, not so much as I desire.
In Jesus name I pray,
Amen
Don’t befriend angry people or associate with hot-tempered people, 25or you will learn to be like them and endanger your soul.
A house is built by wisdom and becomes strong through good sense. 4Through knowledge its rooms are filled with all sorts of precious riches and valuables.
Lord God my Father,
Protect my spirit and surround me with delightful people. Give me wisdom to speak only with your desire behind my words and lift those around me. Allow your discernment to guide me in how to engage others in this place.
In Jesus name I pray,
Amen
Though good advice lies deep within the heart, a person with understanding will draw it out.
Despite their desires, the lazy will come to ruin, for their hands refuse to work.
No human wisdom or understanding or plan can stand against the Lord.
A youngster’s heart is filled with foolishness, but physical discipline will drive it far away.
Lord God my Father,
Give me your understanding, help me to be still. Give me focus on doing your desire above my laziness. Your plan is perfect, keep me from thinking too much and the discipline to be courageous.
In Jesus name I pray,
Amen
Even fools are thought wise when they keep silent; with their mouths shut, they seem intelligent.
Fools have no interest in understanding; they only want to air their own opinions.
Hot-tempered people must pay the penalty. If you rescue them once, you will have to do it again.
Punishment is made for mockers, and the backs of fools are made to be beaten.
Lord God my Father,
Keep me still and listening to you and protect me from poor decisions. I wish to only live as you designed it without straying from your plan. Keep my emotions in your Peace and punish me when I try to control.
In Jesus name I pray,
Amen
Laughter can conceal a heavy heart, but when the laughter ends, the grief remains.
A gentle answer deflects anger, but harsh words make tempers flare.
For the despondent, every day brings trouble; for the happy heart, life is a continual feast.
Everyone enjoys a fitting reply; it is wonderful to say the right thing at the right time!
Lord God my Father,
Your peace restores me and brings healing and strength. Keep me peaceful in all my endeavors. Hold me up in times of despair and help me to trust your plan. Help me to share your desire through my actions.
In Jesus name I pray,
Amen
Walk with the wise and become wise;
associate with fools and get in trouble.
Lord God my Father,
Keep me in good company and protect me from evil people.
In Jesus name I pray,
Amen
“I love all who love me Those who search will surely find me.
I was his constant delight, rejoicing always in his presence. 31And how happy I was with the world he created; how I rejoiced with the human family!
People who accept discipline are on the pathway to life, but those who ignore correction will go astray.
Too much talk leads to sin. Be sensible and keep your mouth shut.
Lord God my Father,
Thank you Lord for allowing me to come close, your delight leads me, your design for family inspires me. Keep me close and guide me with your Truth, keep me safe from deception.
In Jesus name I pray,
Amen
Fear of the Lord is the foundation of true knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and discipline.
My child, don’t reject the Lord’s discipline, and don’t be upset when he corrects you.
Wisdom is more precious than rubies; nothing you desire can compare with her. 16She offers you long life in her right hand, and riches and honor in her left. 17She will guide you down delightful paths; all her ways are satisfying.
Look straight ahead, and fix your eyes on what lies before you. 26Mark out a straight path for your feet; stay on the safe path. 27Don’t get sidetracked; keep your feet from following evil.
Lord God my Father,
Your way leads me to a delightful life, keep me close so I don’t wonder away. Keep my mind still so I can hear your desire above my own, yours is perfect. Protect me from distractions.
In Jesus name I pray,
Amen
God gave Solomon very great wisdom and understanding, and knowledge as vast as the sands of the seashore.
May the king’s rule be refreshing like spring rain on freshly cut grass, like the showers that water the earth. 7May all the godly flourish during his reign. May there be abundant prosperity until the moon is no more.
Lord God my Father,
Give me wisdom, not to make me great, but to allow me to expose your glory through me. Make me so Peaceful that the lost seek the same peace you placed in me,
In Jesus name I pray,
Amen