The Sage Who Strayed: A Tale of Lost Purpose
This presentation discusses David's command and Solomon's disobedience regarding striving and being a man. Solomon lost his way and also ignored the law regarding kings that Moses had written in Deuteronomy 17:14-20. Sadly, according to the Bible, Solomon ended up indulging in all kinds of pleasures: "I denied myself nothing my eyes desired; I refused my heart no pleasure" (Ecclesiastes 2:10). Ellen G. White says that his character became effeminate. A regrettable outcome for not obeying the Word of God.
SERMONS
A. Cortés
7/11/20242 min read
David's Final Instructions to Solomon
Before he died, David, the great king of Israel, gave his son Solomon this essential charge: "Be strong and be a man." This wasn't just about physical strength or bravery. It was about having a strong moral character and living with integrity. David wanted Solomon to obey God's commands and lead with justice and wisdom.
Guiding Principles for Kings: Moses' Law in Deuteronomy
Moses provided guidelines for the kings of Israel in Deuteronomy 17:14-20. These laws, including limits on horses, wives, and wealth, were designed to keep the kings humble and focused on God.
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Solomon's Downfall: A King's Departure from God's Ways
Despite the clear warnings, Solomon chose a different path. He accumulated vast wealth, indulged in numerous wives and concubines, and allowed his heart to be seduced by other gods. His own words in Ecclesiastes 2:10 reveal his descent into materialism and pleasure-seeking: "I denied myself nothing my eyes desired; I refused my heart no pleasure." This pursuit of worldly gratification led him far from the path God had intended for him.
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The Price of Disobedience
E. White, a prominent writer, states that Solomon's character became weakened and compromised – "effeminate" – because of his disobedience and indulgence in worldly pleasures. He failed to heed his father's command to "be a man," both in terms of strength of character and spiritual integrity. Despite his initial wisdom and the vast wealth he accumulated, Solomon's life ended in a state of decline, his legacy marred by his choices.
Solomon's story is a powerful reminder of the consequences of turning away from God. It underscores the importance of staying true to our faith and resisting the allure of worldly temptations, no matter how strong they may seem.
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