King Solomon, the author of Proverbs, was known for his wisdom. People came from all over the world to learn from Solomon, and he was the richest, most powerful king of his time.

How did Solomon gain wisdom and wealth? 1 Kings 3 says that God came to Solomon in a dream and said, “Because you love me and live according to my laws, ask whatever you wish and I will give it to you.” Solomon could have asked for riches and power, but instead he asked for a sharp mind so that he would be able to separate good from evil. Solomon realized that he could not be a leader without God’s help. God was so pleased with Solomon’s request that God gave Solomon what he asked for — a wise and discerning mind. And then God gave Solomon more than he asked for — Solomon got wealth and fame, too!

What would you ask God for? Wealth and fame? Wisdom and knowledge? Perhaps wisdom and knowledge brings its own form of wealth and fame. Remember: Education is your wealth.

By Ann Whitfield Carter from D365