2 Chron. 8, 9 [The Message]

Solomon reigned for 40 years and had more wealth and power than any other autocratic ruler. Whatever he said was law. Whatever he wanted, he got. His was an amazing kingdom. The sky was the limit on his power and impact.

It’s scary when one person has that much power and influence. Everyone under them must suffer their whims and excesses. No thanks for me.

HOWEVER, there IS a coming King and Ruler that will be the consummate leader and autocrat; KING JESUS. All prior kings of the world will pale in quality and power to HIM. Solomon, as great, wise, and influential as he was will have been a feeble attempt at the model rule. Handel said it well when he wrote, “The kingdom of this world IS BECOME the Kingdom of our Lord and of His Christ, and He shall reign forever and ever. Christ Jesus is a King we can trust!