Kings and Prophets · Lesson 9
Solomon Asks for Wisdom
1 Kings 3:1-28 Old Testament PrincipleWisdom
When God told young King Solomon to ask for anything, Solomon asked for wisdom to lead God's people, and God gave him wisdom and much more.
God gives wisdom to those who ask Him, and true wisdom starts with trusting and listening to Him.
- CreationGod made it
- FallWe broke it
- RedemptionJesus fixes it (this lesson)
- RestorationJesus makes it new
Memory verse
“If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him.”
James 1:5 BSB
Christ Connection · Better than
Solomon was the wisest king Israel ever had, but Jesus said, "Something greater than Solomon is here." Jesus doesn't just have wisdom; He is the wisdom of God, and in Him are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge. He gives that wisdom to everyone who comes to Him.
Matthew 12:42; 1 Corinthians 1:24, 30; Colossians 2:3
The Big Story · Redemption
God kept His promise to David by giving his son Solomon the throne and the gift of wisdom. Solomon's wisdom points to Jesus, the greater Son of David, who is the wisdom of God.
Teacher Guide
This version includes:
- Background and context for the passage
- Hidden in Plain Sight: the detail most people miss
- The Christ Connection: how this story points to Jesus
- A 45-minute class plan and prep checklist
- Object lesson: Ask for anything
- Theo’s Workshop (build challenge): Build a balance
- A skit to act out the story
- Review game: Wise or not?
- Pronunciation help, tips for every age, song ideas and a note for parents
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Preschool (ages 3–5)
God makes me wise.
This version includes:
- An opening hook and a 4-minute Bible story written for this age, with a Hidden in Plain Sight moment
- 3 discussion questions
- 2 activities: Wise choices, Color Solomon
- 6 “Dasch Digs Up” facts
- Real-life connections: at home, at church
- Song ideas, Live It, a prayer, and a printable student handout (preview below)
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Free preview · Kindergarten – 2nd grade
Solomon asked God for wisdom, and God gave it. I can ask God for wisdom too.
Memory verse
“If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all.”
Adapted from James 1:5
Start here
Ask, "If God said, 'Ask for anything,' what would you ask for?" Let kids answer. Say, "That really happened to a young king. His answer surprised everyone!"
Bible story 6 min
King David's son Solomon was the new king. He loved God. One night, God came to him in a dream. God said, "Ask for what you want. I will give it to you."
Solomon said, "I am like a little child. I do not know how to lead. Please give me a heart that listens, so I can tell right from wrong."
God was so glad! He said, "You did not ask for gold or a long life. You asked to be wise. So I will make you wise. And I will give you gold too!"
The rest of the story, discussion questions, songs, Live It and prayer are for members.
Try an activity
Wise or not? 8 min
- Read choices out loud, like "Tell the truth" or "Take a cookie without asking."
- Kids stand like a king if it's wise and crouch if it's not.
- Ask, "How can God help us make wise choices?"
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3rd – 4th grade
When God offered Solomon anything, Solomon asked for a listening heart to lead wisely, and God gives wisdom generously to all who ask.
This version includes:
- An opening hook and a 8-minute Bible story written for this age, with a Hidden in Plain Sight moment
- 5 discussion questions
- 2 activities: Asking for wisdom, Wisdom scroll
- 6 “Dasch Digs Up” facts
- Real-life connections: at school, with friends, online and on screens
- Song ideas, Live It, a prayer, and a printable student handout (preview below)
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5th – 6th grade
Solomon received wisdom as a gift from God, but even the wisest king failed, pointing us to Jesus, who is greater than Solomon and is the wisdom of God.
This version includes:
- An opening hook and a 10-minute Bible story written for this age, with a Hidden in Plain Sight moment
- 5 discussion questions
- 2 activities: Greater than Solomon, Ask for anything
- 6 “Dasch Digs Up” facts
- Real-life connections: online and on screens, with friends, at school
- Song ideas, Live It, a prayer, and a printable student handout (preview below)
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