The Wisdom of God - Solomon and the Two Mothers

Shelah tells a customer how King Solomon became wise and used his wisdom to glorify God. She shares a story of how God provided Solomon wisdom when two women claimed the same child as their own.

Solomon was the son of King David. David was faithful and followed the laws of God. David did not always do right, but he was humble and asked for forgiveness when he made a mistake. David was known as the best and most faithful king of Israel.

Solomon also wanted to be faithful and follow God’s laws. He learned from David that being a king and following God is very difficult, and Solomon knew that he needed wisdom.

God gave Solomon wisdom, but Solomon had to choose to be faithful to God. When promising Solomon wisdom, wealth, and honor, God said to him, “And if you walk in obedience to me and keep my decrees and commands as David your father did, I will give you a long life.” (1 Kings 3:14)

Questions to Consider:

1. Why did Solomon ask God for wisdom?
2. How did Solomon use wisdom to determine the baby’s real mother?
3. How do you think the baby’s real mother felt when Solomon suggested cutting the baby in two?
4. If you could ask God to give you anything, what would you ask for? Why?