22 April | Kids
«Solomon reigned in Jerusalem over all Israel forty years.» 2 Chronicles 9:30
Solomon reigned in Israel for forty years, the same length of time as his father David. He became famous throughout the world at that time. Men and women of power came to visit him to learn from him, and brought him expensive gifts. Even today many follow his teachings.
He was very wise. He liked to study nature, and he wrote important teachings for all people.
However, at some point in his life, Solomon became proud and turned away from God. He took many women, worshipped idols and set a bad example for the people. This brought him frustration and sadness. But before he died in his old age, he repented and wrote that it was not worth it to have turned away from God.
Let’s practice!
Draw a picture of King Solomon and pray with your mom, asking God to help you always be obedient.