Read:1 Kings 10:1-10
Devotion:
Solomon was famous for his wisdom—so famous that people came from all over the world to learn from him and ask him questions. In a faraway kingdom, a mighty queen heard stories about Solomon’s great knowledge and his deep love for God. Curious to know if these stories were true, she decided to find out for herself.
The Queen of Sheba prepared for the long journey to meet King Solomon. She brought everything her team would need for the trip and thought carefully about all the questions she wanted to ask him. She wasn’t coming just to admire his riches or power—she came seeking wisdom.
When she finally arrived, she was amazed. Solomon answered every one of her questions with the wisdom she had heard about. But what impressed her most wasn’t just his knowledge—it was how Solomon used his wisdom to point back to God. As she looked around Solomon’s kingdom, she realized that everything—his words, his decisions, even the way his palace was run—reflected the greatness of someone far greater than Solomon: the Lord.
The Queen of Sheba’s journey reminds us that seeking wisdom is always worth it—especially when it brings us closer to God.
Wonder:
If you were the Queen of Sheba, what questions would you bring to ask King Solomon?
When you have big questions, where do you usually go to find answers?
Why do you think wisdom matters so much to God?
Pray: Thank you God, for giving us the hearts and minds to desire to know more. Help us to be like the Queen of Sheba and to seek out the answers for ourselves. Build us with your knowledge, understanding of the world, and love for all people. Amen
Act: Create a wisdom jar. Throughout the week, place questions about the world that pop in your mind in the jar. When you gather back at your sacred family space, talk through your questions together as a family.