Fix Our Eyes On Jesus

When Solomon was made king, God told him that he would grant him whatever he wished. Did he ask for wealth? Did he ask for long life? Did he ask for victory over his enemies? No, none of those. He asked for wisdom so that he could rule the nation of Israel with justice. God was so pleased that he gave him greater wisdom than any person who ever lived on earth (and whoever will live on earth). 

But as Solomon reigned, he stopped fearing God. This was a BIG problem, because "The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom." ( Proverbs 9:10, Psalm 111:10). When you stop fearing God, your thinking becomes foolish. Your thinking drives your speech and your behavior, so you begin to talk and act foolishly. Solomon became unsettled in his soul. He tried to find contentment in literally everything the world had to offer, but came up empty. 

You see, God will not allow a soul to rest- to find contentment and peace- apart from himself. This is a great caution for all of us. You may be truly humble, wise and devoted to the Lord, and yet fall into the temptation to set your heart on other things. Solomon's straying off course started with a beautiful woman. His father, David, was once guilty of the same sin. 

This is why the Apostle Paul said, "Let us FIX OUR EYES on JESUS, the author and perfector of our faith, who for the joy set before him endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of God." Keep your eyes, your heart and your mind focused on Jesus, and you will be WISE and blessed! -Pastor Brad

Written on June 19, 2025