Session 1 1 Kings 3:4-15

GOD OFFERS (1 KINGS 3:4-5)

listen for the question God posed to Solomon in his dream.

4 The king went to Gibeon to sacrifice there
because it was the most famous high place.
He offered a thousand burnt offerings on that altar.
5 At Gibeon the LORD appeared to Solomon in a dream at night.
God said, “Ask. What should I give you?”

Guide:

To say that Solomon offered a thousand burnt offerings at Gibeon does not mean he personally slaughtered that many animals.
Rather, the king commanded and supervised the sacrifices,
likely supplying the animals from his personal holdings.
Like his father, Solomon would not offer the Lord a gift that cost him nothing (2 Samuel 24:24).

Highlight:

Note that Solomon’s lavish worship of God
was immediately followed by the dream where God asked Solomon,
“What should I give you?”

Emphasize that Solomon’s response would reveal his heart, his intention, and his desire for his kingdom and kingship.

Discuss:

• How does our worship help prepare us to hear from God?
• What do our prayer requests reveal about our hearts? (p. 15)

Transition:

Worship was Solomon’s first step toward God and His blessings.