Bedtime Bible Boys 1 Kings Ch 4 (1.25.21) God's Favor

Tonight the boys start off realizing that in Chapter 3, the Lord blessed Solomon even though he was not living according to the laws of Deuteronomy (by making a sacrifice in an non-ordained location). What do we do with this? We compared it to the fact that God blessed David even though had committed terrible sins. Ultimately, we can be blessed when we trust what God says, and believe that he loves his children and wants good things for them. This doesn't mean correction is not a response to a believer in a sinful lifestyle, but that both our salvation and blessing is based on what He has done for us. In Chapter 4, we see the undeserved favor of God on Solomon and on the Israelites. God knew, the rebellious future that lied ahead for Solomon. Solomon's future acts (and those of the Israelites) didn't shock or surprise God. But he blessed Solomon and the people in this season of their life. We serve a kind and discerning father, who wants to bless his children with good things.