June 15

1 Kings 9; 2 Chronicles 8 If I were to title this post, it would be, "What Kings Do." Hiram isn't happy with the cities Solomon has given him; the Pharaoh of Egypt gives a city as a wedding gift to his daughter when she marries Solomon; King Hiram sends sailors on a joint venture with Solomon's navy to bring back gold. These are all activities outside the realm of the common man. Therefore, it is difficult to relate or understand. We can read about their exploits, and make judgments based upon our limited experience. But, when the rubber meets the road, we must concede that we really don't fully grasp the motives and thoughts behind the activities of these who have a higher station in life. Since this is true, how much more when it comes to the highest power? We cannot come close to understanding God's mind! True, He reveals much of His heart to us. However, we would be very foolish to proclaim that we fully understand Him because of these revelations. Rather, we are much better served accepting God's sovereignty and letting Him be who He is, trusting that He loves us and will take care of us.