The Question of a Lifetime
“That night God appeared to Solomon and said to him, ‘Ask for whatever you want me to give you.’ “ – 2 Chronicles 1:7 In the story of Solomon, God told him, “Ask for anything, and it’s yours.” Solomon’s answer became a lesson for generations. As the new king, Solomon followed his father, King David—a legendary leader who united the tribes, made Jerusalem the capital, and brought peace. Before his death, David chose Solomon as his heir to the throne, even though Solomon was not the eldest of his many sons. This was not an easy transition. At Solomon’s coronation, he visits Gibeon, where the Ark of the Covenant and the tabernacle are. There, he addresses his commanders, leaders, and families. As a king, he does the usual greetings and formalities, then offers a thousand sacrifices to God as worship. After the ceremonies and celebrations, he finally returns home, exhausted.