I Kings 4:25 And Judah and Israel lived in safety, from Dan even to Beersheba, every man under his vine and under his fig tree, all the days of Solomon. 26 Solomon also had 40,000 stalls of horses for his chariots, and 12,000 horsemen. 27 And those officers supplied provisions for King Solomon, and for all who came to King Solomon's table, each one in his month. They let nothing be lacking. 28 Barley also and straw for the horses and swift steeds they brought to the place where it was required, each according to his duty. 29 And God gave Solomon wisdom and understanding beyond measure, and breadth of mind like the sand on the seashore, 30 so that Solomon's wisdom surpassed the wisdom of all the people of the east and all the wisdom of Egypt.
Abundance. That is the word to describe the reign of Solomon over Israel. Preceding this passage, the chapter describes the abundance of good leaders, extensive territories, and daily provisions found in his kingdom. There was a sense of security and stability that filled the air and impressed everyone. But the most impressive possession was the wisdom given by God. If Solomon would have valued that above all the others, it would have served him and the kingdom well. What do you value?
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