(1 Kings 3:3-15)

I. God’s proposal (3:3-5)

A. Solomon’s shortcomings (3:3-4)
B. Yet, God offered to provide for His people (3:5)

II. Solomon’s prayer (3:6-9)

A. A high view of God’s power (3:6)
B. Humility (3:7)
C. An awareness of obligation (3:8)
D. The request: “an understanding heart” (3:9)

III. God’s response (3:10-14)

A. God granted Solomon’s petition (3:10-12)
B. God gave more than Solomon asked (3:13-14)

IV. Solomon’s praise (3:15)

A. Burnt offerings
B. Peace offerings
C. Sharing in a feast for his servants

V. Lessons for today

A. God still offers to take care of His servants (Matthew 7:7-8)
B. A proper view of God and self (Hebrews 4:16)
C. God still answers prayers (James 1:5) and still does more than we can imagine! (Ephesians 3:20)
D. Gratitude and praise for His blessings (Ephesians 3:21)