May 6, 2007 The Danger's of Prosperity
Do my relationships with other people compromise my relationship with God?
Biblical Passages: 1 Kings 3:5–15; 10:23–25; 11:1–13
Supporting Passages: 2 Samuel 12:24–25; 1 Kings 1:5, 11–40; 4:29–34; 10:1–9;
11:28–37; Exodus 34:15–16; Matthew 6:29; Luke 11:31
Memory Verse: Matthew 6:21
Biblical Truth: Although Solomon was renowned worldwide for his wisdom, he allowed his relationships with his foreign wives to compromise his relationship with God.
Biblical Context: Though Solomon had begun his reign as king seeking God’s wisdom, somewhere along the line, Solomon began to think of himself first, which is the very essence of pride. Although clearly forbidden under God’s covenant with Israel, Solomon had married women from foreign nations (700 wives!), and these women eventually led Solomon astray. The results were devastating for Israel: God declared the nation would be divided.
Learning Goals:
Understand how unhealthy relationships can turn their hearts away from God.
Apply principles from God’s Word to the relationships they make.