I will bless you with wisdom.

Solomon Asked for Wisdom and God was Pleased. 

"The Lord appeared to Solomon in a dream at night.

"God said, “Ask something of me and I will give it to you.”

"Solomon answered: “O Lord, my God, you have made me, your servant, king to succeed my father David; but I am a mere youth, not knowing at all how to act. I serve you in the midst of the people whom you have chosen, a people so vast that it cannot be numbered or counted. Give your servant, therefore, an understanding heart to judge your people and to distinguish right from wrong. For who is able to govern this vast people of yours?”

"The Lord was pleased that Solomon made this request.

"So God said to him: “Because you have asked for this—not for a long life for yourself, nor for riches, nor for the life of your enemies, but for understanding so that you may know what is right—I do as you requested.

"I give you a heart so wise and understanding that there has never been anyone like you up to now, and after you there will come no one to equal you.” (1 Kings 3: 5, 7 - 12).

Sunday July 30th 2023 in the 17th Week of Ordinary Time. 

Solomon chose Wisdom above every other thing. Wisdom is the gift that helps us to make good decisions. 

Where do you need to make good decisions in your life? 

1. Health 

2. Family 

3. Money 

4. Job 

5. Tools/Possessions 

6. Food 

7. Future 

Wisdom is the premium gift of the Holy Spirit. Of the Seven Gifts of the Holy Spirit, Wisdom is listed the 1st. 

Here is what the Bible says about Wisdom:

"The beginning of wisdom is: get wisdom; whatever else you get, get understanding.

Extol her, and she will exalt you; she will bring you honors if you embrace her;

She will put on your head a graceful diadem; a glorious crown will she bestow on you.” (Proverbs 4: 7 - 9).

By virtue of our Baptism, we received the Holy Spirit who is resident in us. We received as well in varied measure each of the Seven Gifts of the Holy Spirit. 

How do we grow in Wisdom and Discernment? 

• Prayer 

• Scriptures 

• Eucharist 

• Daily Examination of conscience 

• Reconciliation 

• Spiritual Reading 

Prayer is the Activator of Power. Power is the dominant attribute of the Holy Spirit. 

This maxim is blessing me everyday:

• Pray always. 

• Pray everywhere. 

• Pray about everything. 

Honor the Most Precious Blood of Jesus on July 30th. 

For Devotion, Litany of the Most Precious Blood of Jesus Christ and other prayers, click the link below:

http://seekfirst.blogspot.com/2023/04/devotion-to-most-precious-blood-of.html?m=1

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