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Unit 1: In the Beginning
Week 13. Solomon Asks for Wisdom
Wisdom is better than gold, and God gives it to those who ask.
Memory verse
Give therefore thy servant an understanding heart
1 Kings 3:9 (KJV, excerpt)
Read together
Read the Bible passage: 1 Kings 3.
Picture story: Solomon Asks for Wisdom
The picture story is written for ages 3 to 8. Older children can enjoy it too, or read the Bible passage in their own Bible.
Talk about it
- How is wisdom different from knowing facts?
- How do we get wisdom?
Do it
Ask an older person for their best advice, and write it down.
Pray
God, give us understanding hearts.
For the leader
Ask the children what they would ask for, then compare it to Solomon’s choice.
You will need: Paper and pens.
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