During the reign of King Solomon, Israel reached a pinnacle in her history. It was a time characterized by peace and prosperity. In 1Kings 4 we read that the borders of Israel were expanded to the largest that they had ever been or have been since. Solomon's wealth was incredible; possessing horses and chariots by the thousands. And all of this was because of his great wisdom. Verse 29 tells us that, "God gave Solomon wisdom and understanding exceeding much, and largeness of heart, even as the sand that is on the sea shore." It is amazing what God can do with a heart that is surrendered to him.
Have you ever known anyone with largeness of heart? The size of a persons heart it seems, is in direct relationship to their wisdom. A large heart has an increased capacity to love. It is compassionate, patient, and merciful to others. A large heart is honest, true, and does what is right. A person with a large heart listens and does not make snap judgements.
Jesus expressed largeness of heart. He always had time for those who came to him. He had compassion on them, and healed the sick, the lame, and the blind.
We generally think of wisdom as a characteristic of an old man with gray hair, but neither Solomon nor Jesus were old men. Wisdom is not gained with age; wisdom is imparted by God. He gives wisdom to those who ask. If you are a believer, you are filled with the Holy Spirit and God's wisdom is available for the asking. God was pleased to give Solomon wisdom and he will be pleased to give you wisdom, too. And along with his wisdom, he will give you a heart that is large.
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