Great Mercy

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2 Chronicles  1:8 And Solomon said unto God, Thou hast shewed great mercy unto David my father, and hast made me to reign in his stead.

From our Scripture text today, King Solomon approached God with humility and recognized His great mercy. Solomon, though he was a king, understood that his wisdom and riches were gifts from the Almighty. Like Solomon, we too must begin by acknowledging the greatness of God.

In this verse, God makes a remarkable promise to Solomon: "And God said to Solomon, 'Because this was in your heart, and you have not asked for possessions, wealth, honour, or the life of those who hate you, and have not even asked for long life, but have asked for wisdom and knowledge for yourself that you may govern my people over whom I have made you king.'"

God's response to Solomon's request for wisdom demonstrates His great mercy. He not only grants Solomon wisdom but also wealth, possessions, and honour. This shows that when we seek God's wisdom and prioritize His guidance in our lives, He will not only meet our needs but bless us abundantly.

The Lord's mercy extends far beyond our expectations. Solomon asked for wisdom, but God bestowed upon him far more. This should serve as a powerful reminder that God's mercy is not confined to what we request or imagine. It exceeds our desires and expectations, for our Heavenly Father knows what is best for us.

In light of God's great mercy, let us be encouraged to seek His wisdom in our lives. Let us approach Him with humility and a sincere heart, just as Solomon did. When we prioritize God's guidance, His mercy will overflow, touching every aspect of our lives.

In conclusion, the story of Solomon in this text reveals to us the depth of God's great mercy. His mercy is not limited by our desires but exceeds them. As we seek His wisdom and guidance in our lives, He will bless us beyond measure. 

Let us remember that His mercy is always available to those who seek it with a humble and contrite heart. May we go forth from here, trusting in the boundless mercy of our Heavenly Father, knowing that He is ready to shower us with blessings when we seek His will and guidance. Amen.

God bless you. 

Prayer key:

1. Lord, thank you for the blessing of today in Jesus Christ name 

2. Lord, show me your great mercy as you have showed king solomon. 

3. Lord, grant me the grace to trust you in all my ways in Jesus Christ name. 

4. Thank you Lord for answered prayers in Jesus Christ name. Amen.