Youth Sermon: The Gift of Wisdom

Solomon and Wisdom

Solomon was like the Einstein of his time, only second to Jesus. When he became king, he asked God for wisdom, and God was like, "Sure thing!" Solomon's wisdom brought a ton of good stuff to Israel.

Let's imagine wisdom as this super cool, high-tech gadget. It's like the ultimate life-hack tool. It can help you navigate through any situation, solve any problem, and make the best decisions. That's what wisdom is like.

Solomon's wisdom brought a ton of good stuff to Israel.

Solomon's Journey and Achievements

Solomon's journey started with a huge sacrifice. He gave God 1,000 animals, showing his total commitment. That night, God showed up and asked Solomon what he wanted. Solomon could have asked for anything, but he asked for wisdom to lead God's people.

God was super impressed with Solomon's request and gave him wisdom like no one else. He also gave Solomon a ton of riches and fame. Solomon's wisdom led to peace and prosperity for Israel.

Solomon's wisdom led to some pretty epic stuff. He built a strong military, made a ton of money, and built this amazing temple for worship. Israel was thriving under his leadership.

How to Get Wisdom

If we want to level up in life, we need wisdom. It's like the ultimate cheat code.

So, how can we get this wisdom? Here's the game plan:

1. Give everything to God - our stuff, our rights, our dreams.

2. Ask God for wisdom - He's more than willing to give it to us.

3. Read the book of Proverbs - it's like the ultimate life-hack manual.

4. Hang out with wise people - they'll help us grow in wisdom.

Walking in wisdom means making smart choices and asking God for guidance in everything.

Prayer

Let's pray.

God, thanks for the gift of wisdom. As we navigate through life, we ask for your wisdom to guide us. Help us make smart decisions and seek your will in everything we do. In Jesus' name, Amen.

If you want to commit to God or ask for wisdom, I encourage you to pray with someone and share your decision. Remember, Jesus is the ultimate source of wisdom, and following Him will lead us to a life that's totally worth living.

Small Group Breakout Questions

1. What does wisdom mean to you?

2. Can you share a situation where you could have used more wisdom?

3. How can you seek wisdom in your daily life?

4. What are some practical ways to apply the wisdom from the book of Proverbs in your life?

5. How can wisdom help us in times of crisis?

Get the Full Youth Group Plan

• Icebreaker: Wisdom Wonders
• Group Activity: Building Solomon's Temple
• Youth Challenge: Wisdom Hunt