How does the Queen of Sheba's visit demonstrate seeking wisdom from godly leaders? Opening Snapshot “Now when the queen of Sheba heard of the fame of Solomon, she came to Jerusalem to test Solomon with hard questions. She arrived with a very large entourage, with camels bearing spices, gold in great abundance, and precious stones. She came to Solomon and spoke with him about all that was on her heart.” (2 Chronicles 9:1) Why Her Journey Matters • Genuine wisdom-seekers move toward the light they have been shown. The queen “heard of the fame of Solomon” and acted (Romans 10:17). • She believed answers exist and can be known (Psalm 119:160). • Her questions were “hard,” yet she trusted Solomon’s God-given insight (1 Kings 3:9-12). Marks of Seeking Wisdom from a Godly Leader • Intentional pursuit – A thousand-mile trek across deserts shows resolve (Proverbs 2:3-4). • Open inquiry – She “spoke with him about all that was on her heart,” hiding nothing (Psalm 62:8). • Teachability – She listened first; Solomon “answered all her questions; nothing was too difficult” (2 Chron 9:2). • Discernment – She tested Solomon, then recognized true wisdom when she heard it (1 Kings 10:6-7). • Generous honor – Lavish gifts acknowledged God’s grace in Solomon (Galatians 6:6). The Queen’s Response to God’s Wisdom “Blessed be the LORD your God, who has delighted in you and set you on His throne as king… ” (2 Chron 9:8) • She shifts praise from Solomon to the LORD, the ultimate source (James 1:17). • Her confession echoes Psalm 111:10—“The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom.” • Material treasures become offerings once spiritual treasure is found (Matthew 6:21). Lessons for Today • Act on what you hear—move toward godly counsel without delay. • Bring honest questions; Scripture invites thorough testing (Acts 17:11). • Seek leaders whose wisdom is anchored in God’s Word, not personal opinion (Hebrews 13:7). • Honor faithful teachers; generosity reinforces gratitude for truth received (Proverbs 3:9). • Let every discovery of wisdom end in worship of the Giver, not the human vessel (Revelation 4:11). |
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