Then she said to the king: “It was a true report which I heard in my own land about your words and your wisdom. However I did not believe their words until I came and saw with my own eyes; and indeed the half of the greatness of your wisdom was not told me. You exceed the fame of which I heard. vv.5-6
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The account of the Queen of Sheba, you may remember this account from 1 Kings 10 or from just history of this famous queen visiting this famous king. The Queen of Sheba heard reports of Solomon's wisdom and fame and wanted to see for herself. This wasn't just a "try out another church on Sunday" kind of seek out, this was travel over 1,000 miles, which no doubt was a cost to her, and dangerous. Amazing what one will do if they truly are seeking something. She may have been just going to see and hear, but left with more than she expected. Yes she left with gifts of riches from what Solomon gave her but also with awe of the true God beyond belief of His wisdom and greatness. If you heard of someone with the wisdom of God would you go to whatever measures to get there and hear of this wisdom? Or on the flip side putting your place in Solomon's shoes, do you show God's wisdom and greatness to a foreigner or anyone that may be visiting you? How can you send someone away with treasures both of physical gifts and the desire to know and experience God?
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