1 Kings
Solomon had wisdom – T’is a well-known fact, But using wisdom wisely Was a skill that he did lack. It started back when he was young, Just starting out as king, He asked the Lord to give to him Just one specific thing. “Give me wisdom!” was his plea. “I’ll keep away all strife!” But God gave even more to him: Riches, fame, long life. At first the wisdom did him well, He prospered in his reign, But then a wandering eye Gave his legacy a stain. Not just one more wife – Hundreds made a vow, Then a bunch of concubines Showed up to take a bow. Solomon made alliances With each and every one, And worshiping all their idols Made his kingdom come undone. Although he reigned for 40 years, No such luck with his descendants, Until the Son of David came Accepting man’s repentance. So, Solomon wasted gifts from God And squandered what he had, But God used him anyway To bring lots of good from bad.
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AuthorKathy Mansfield enjoys life in Kentucky with her husband, Rick. Read poems from her books on this site. Archives
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