Sermons on 1 Kings 2:10-3:14:

Lead Like King Solomon

Contributed by Michael Bates on Sep 5, 2023

King Solomon was not only a great O.T. king but he was also a great leader. Solomon's wisdom and leadership helped turn the nation of Israel into a great world power during O.T. times. King Solomon's leadership and wisdom can be applied today in every life situation.

The Bible says in 1 Kings 3:1-9 CSB Solomon made an alliance with Pharaoh king of Egypt by marrying Pharaoh’s daughter. Solomon brought her to the city of David until he finished building his palace, the Lord’s temple, and the wall surrounding Jerusalem. However, the people were sacrificing on the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:1-9, 2 Chronicles 1:10-12, Proverbs 9:10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Secrets To Unveiling The Supernatural

Contributed by Rudolf E. Y. Mensah on Sep 21, 2023

It takes faith, humility, and obedience to the word of the Lord to tap into the supernatural

OASIS WORD DIGEST 21 September 2023 BIBLE PASSAGE: And when he had finished speaking, he said to Simon, “Put out into the deep and let down your nets for a catch.” Luke 5:4 (ESV) COLUMNIST: Rudolf E. Y. Mensah ©Oasis WordBank OASIS WORD FOR TODAY Peter was born into a fisherman’s family ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:4, 1 Kings 3:5-15, Ephesians 3:20

Denomination: Charismatic

Be A Wise Guy/Gal

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Mar 10, 2023

Part 1 of 2 about wisdom.

Be Wise Proverbs June 23, 2019 Start with a slapstick video of The Three Stooges Any ideas what were talking about today? Usually when someone calls us a wise guy - it means they’re not happy with us. We’ve done something to get them upset by giving some kind of a smart alec / sarcastic ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:5-13

Denomination: Baptist

Obedient Minds, Obedient Hearts Series

Contributed by Daniel Teberian on Mar 17, 2023

What good is wisdom if never applied? What benefit are we to receive in obeying Christ with our minds, but not with our hearts? Let us examine Proverbs 3:1-2 and understand the blessings that come to those who truly obey the Lord.

My son, do not forget my teaching, but let your heart keep my commandments, for length of days and years of life and peace will they add to you. [Proverbs 3:1-2, ESV] What good is knowledge if it is never put to use? What good is wisdom if never applied? When I began my study of the book of ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-2, 1 Kings 3:6-14

The Wisdom Of Solomon Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Aug 24, 2022

This is a message on the wisdom of Solomon. Do you have enough wisdom already? If so please disregard this message.

Imagine you are walking down a beach and stumble an unusual looking bottle. You pick it up and poof, there is smoke and when it clears there is a Genie before you. You could be granted any wish, you just ask for it. What would you ask for? Would you ask for riches, fame, to be a king, a long life, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:4-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Surest Path To Great Reward In 2023 Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Dec 27, 2022

Jesus reveals the surest path to God's greatest rewards. So, Jesus begins talking about the importance of right motives in serving, in giving, in praying and in fasting. Seek first the kingdom of God and His Righteousness...

Sermon: The Surest Path To Great Reward Text: Matthew 5:20; 6:1-8; 16-18, 33 Matthew 5:20 “But I warn you—unless your righteousness is better than the righteousness of the teachers of religious law and the Pharisees, you will never enter the Kingdom of Heaven! Matthew 6:1-6 “Watch out! Don’t do ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:20, Matthew 6:1-8, Matthew 6:16-18, Matthew 6:33, 1 Kings 3:9-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

A Year For Holy Optimism

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jan 24, 2023

In 1 Kings 3:5 God gave Solomon opportunity to ask whatever he wanted. Because he petitioned according to the will of God, his request was granted and God blessed him abundantly. If your are seeking first the kingdom of God, expect God's goodness.

Intro: I am here to encourage you to ask largely of God in 2023. I. SOLOMON’S OPPORTUNITY In 1 Kings 3:5 God gave Solomon a opportunity anyone would like to have. First Kings 3:5 says, “At Gibeon the Lord appeared to Solomon in a dream by night; and God said, ‘Ask! What shall I give you?’”i How ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:1-14, James 4:1-3, 1 Thessalonians 5:17, Luke 11:9, Romans 8:16-29, John 10:10, Matthew 6:33, Isaiah 3:10-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Solomon Chooses Wisdom.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 3, 2023

Ask what I shall give thee. 1 Kings 3:5.

SOLOMON CHOOSES WISDOM. 1 Kings 3:5-12. Solomon started well: ‘he loved the LORD, walking in the statutes of David his father’ (cf. 1 Kings 3:3a). Yet there is a warning signal, which would become a motif throughout the books of Kings: ‘only he sacrificed and burnt incense in high places’ ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:5-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

9th Sunday After Pentecost. July 30th, 2023. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 17, 2023

Year A, Proper 12.

Genesis 29:15-28, Psalm 105:1-11, Psalm 105:45, Psalm 128:1-6, 1 Kings 3:5-12, Psalm 119:129-136, Romans 8:26-39, Matthew 13:31-33, Matthew 13:44-52 A). A LESSON IN PATIENCE. Genesis 29:15-28. Jacob had been on the run from his twin brother Esau. Jacob, being the younger twin, had duped his ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 29:15-28, Psalm 105:1-11, Psalm 105:45, Psalm 128:1-6, 1 Kings 3:5-12, Psalm 119:129-136, Romans 8:26-39, Matthew 13:31-33, Matthew 13:44-52  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Seventeenth Sunday In Ordinary Time: Buried Treasure And Pearls

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jun 28, 2023

The main character spends the rest of the movie frantically trying to figure out what Curly meant. What IS that “just one thing?

In 1905, the world’s largest diamond, a 3,106-Carat Diamond called the Cullinan diamond, weighing over a pound and worth $2 Billion dollars, was found at the Thomas Cullinan Premier Diamond Mining Company in South Africa. Diamonds are forever, but, if you don’t own one, don’t feel bad; consider ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:5-12, Matthew 13:44-52

Denomination: Catholic

Wise Woman

Contributed by Saumiman Saud on Feb 21, 2025

We may have lots of knowledge, great wealth, good looks and tons of experience, but if we do not have wisdom, they‟re all useless. Wisdom cannot be bought, because wisdom is God‟s gift

WISE WOMAN (Proverbs 31:10-31) We may have lots of knowledge, great wealth, good looks and tons of experience, but if we do not have wisdom, they?re all useless. Wisdom cannot be bought, because wisdom is God?s gift. King Solomon was right, when he first became king, he didn?t ask for wealth. He ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living In Favour

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 19, 2025

Favour is a supernatural advantage that causes a person to experience blessings beyond human effort. Solomon experienced God’s favour because he sought wisdom instead of riches, and God gave him both.

LIVING IN FAVOUR By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 3:4-13 Supporting Texts: Psalm 5:12, Proverbs 3:3-4, Luke 2:52, Genesis 39:21, Esther 2:17 INTRODUCTION: Favour is a supernatural advantage that causes a person to experience blessings beyond human effort. It is God’s divine endorsement ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:4-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Character Study Of Solomon Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 22, 2025

Solomon began well but ended poorly due to compromise. His wisdom, achievements, and failures serve as lessons for us today. We must seek wisdom, obey God wholeheartedly, and guard against spiritual decline.

CHARACTER STUDY OF SOLOMON – WISE KING, BUILT THE TEMPLE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 3:9 "So give Your servant a discerning heart to govern Your people and to distinguish between right and wrong. For who is able to govern this great people of Yours?" Supporting Texts: 1 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Lord, Give Us An Understanding Heart!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 7, 2024

Many people have knowledge. A few people have wisdom. We need UNDERSTANDING HEARTS. Solomon ask God for understanding, and this please God.

LORD, GIVE US AN UNDERSTANDING HEART! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) Psalm 119:34 Give me understanding, and I shall keep thy law; yea, I shall observe it with my whole heart. Proverbs 14:29 (NIV) A patient man has great understanding, but a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:34, Proverbs 14:29, Job 32:18-19, 1 Kings 3:5-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Wisdom And Worship.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 11, 2024

When we pray aright, God grants all that we ask, and more besides.

WISDOM AND WORSHIP. 1 Kings 3:5-15. In Gibeon the LORD appeared to Solomon in a dream by night. “Ask what I shall give thee,” offered the LORD (1 KINGS 3:5). We should take up these offers of the LORD: ‘Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:5-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational