SPRING FORTH NOW 2025

Monday, May 25, 2025

And now, O LORD my God, thou hast made thy servant king instead of David my father: and I am but a little child: I know not how to go out or come in. And thy servant is in the midst of thy people which thou hast chosen, a great people, that cannot be numbered nor counted for multitude. Give therefore thy servant an understanding heart to judge thy people, that I may discern between good and bad: for who is able to judge this thy so great a people? And the speech pleased the Lord, that Solomon had asked this thing. And God said unto him, Because thou hast asked this thing, and hast not asked for thyself long life; neither hast asked riches for thyself, nor hast asked the life of thine enemies; but hast asked for thyself understanding to discern judgment; Behold, I have done according to thy words: lo, I have given thee a wise and an understanding heart; so that there was none like thee before thee, neither after thee shall any arise like unto thee. And I have also given thee that which thou hast not asked, both riches, and honour: so that there shall not be any among the kings like unto thee all thy days. And if thou wilt walk in my ways, to keep my statutes and my commandments, as thy father David did walk, then I will lengthen thy days.

I Kings 3:7-14

All Along The Way, God honors humility and a heart that seeks wisdom over status or power. When Solomon admits his limitations and asks for an understanding heart, he opens himself to receive Hidden Manna—the quiet, divine insight that shapes wise leadership and everyday decisions. God responds not just with wisdom, but with favor and abundance, showing us that when we ask for what aligns with His heart, He gives beyond what we imagine. This passage reminds us that even when we feel inexperienced or unprepared, God equips us as we walk. Wisdom doesn’t always come in dramatic revelations; often it appears in the gentle nudges, thoughtful pauses, and discerning steps we take with Him. Today, ask God for a listening heart, and trust that He is feeding you wisdom and direction All Along The Way.