God's Word For Today: Pray for Understanding

‘Give to Your servant an understanding heart … that I may discern between good and evil.’

1 Kings 3:9

Have you ever wondered why God made King Solomon the richest man in his day? Here’s the answer: ‘God said … “Because you … have not asked long life for yourself, nor have asked riches for yourself … but have asked for … understanding … I have given you a wise and understanding heart, so that there has not been anyone like you before you, nor shall any like you arise after you. And I have also given you what you have not asked: both riches and honor, so that there shall not be anyone like you among the kings all your days”’ (vv. 11-13 NKJV). 

Before you ask God for material success, ask Him for wisdom and understanding. When you have those two qualities, God can trust you with material success because He knows you’ll use it to do His will and glorify Him. 

So what exactly is understanding? It’s the sum total of knowledge and wisdom! It’s the ability to interpret life as God does - to see what He sees in a person or situation. In other words, understanding is the ability to see through God’s eyes, hear through His ears, think through His mind, and feel through His heart. What’s the answer to marital conflict? Understanding! What’s the answer to parent-teen conflict? Understanding! What’s the answer to business conflict? Understanding! ‘In all your getting, get understanding. Exalt her, and she will promote you; she will bring you honor’ (Proverbs 4:7-8 NKJV). 

The word for you today is: pray for understanding.

Luke 10:25-42, Ps 60-62