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King Solomon

1 Kings 11:1
"But king Solomon loved many strange women, together with the daughter of Pharaoh, women of the Moabites, Ammonites, Edomites, Zidonians, and Hittites;"

We’re studying "Epic Fails, God Prevails," marveling at how God works through human shortcomings. Last week, we explored Seven Ways to Reduce Failures:

1- PUT GOD FIRST 
Prioritize God in every decision.

2- PRAY DAILY 
Stay in constant communion with God.

3- WALK BY FAITH, NOT SIGHT 
Trust God’s promises over visible circumstances.

4- READ THE BIBLE DAILY 
Engage with Scripture for spiritual growth and obedience.

5- TRUST IN THE LORD COMPLETELY 
Rely on God’s wisdom, not human understanding (Proverbs 3:5).

6- FOCUS ON JESUS, NOT THE WORLD 
Worship Jesus, the source of creation (John 1:1), above all else.

7- ALWAYS BELIEVE IN JESUS’ RESURRECTION
The resurrection is the singular doctrine that elevates Christianity above all other world religions.

This week, we return to the Bible’s historical record for a cautionary example: King Solomon. As the son of David, a man after God’s own heart, Solomon was expected to be extraordinary—and he was.

Renowned as the wisest man ever, Solomon sought wisdom in a dream from God, receiving divine favor, wisdom, and wealth. He built the First Temple in Jerusalem, a monumental project that defined Israelite religious identity, often called Solomon’s Temple. He also authored biblical texts, including Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and the Song of Songs, cementing his reputation for wisdom. "But..."
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