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(David said, Solomon) shall sit on my throne, and he shall be king in my place (making him coregent until his death). For I have appointed him to be ruler over Israel and Judah. 1 Kings 1:35

No matter how complicated a problem is, it usually can be reduced to a simple, comprehensible form which is often the best solution. An Wang, 1920-90, Chinese-US electronics engineer, executive

(After being told to take Solomon to be anointed king, David’s servant) said, ‘Amen! May the Lord God of my lord the king say so too!’ 1 Kings 1:36

Inflamed hearts, in tune with God’s will, are positioned for success.

(when Solomon was anointed, David said thus, ‘Blessed be the Lord God of Israel, who has given one to sit on my throne this day, while my eyes see it!’ 1 Kings 1:48

God faithfully fulfills His promises. Joy is waiting for those who are aware and grateful.

(in response to his rebellious half brother’s plea for mercy, the new king) Solomon replied, ‘If he shows himself to be a worthy man, not a hair of his head will fall to the ground; but if evil is found in him, he will die’. 1 Kings 1:50-52

(The common reaction for a threat to the throne would have been immediate execution.)

.if we have to judge, let our judgments be provisional, not ultimate. We do not really know why people do what they do, even when we are close to them—and sometimes especially because we are close to them. Sydney J. Harris, 1917–1986

When the time drew near for David to die, he gave a charge (commission) to Solomon his son. 1 Kings 2:1

Responsibility to awaken, my call to duty, I report. I will not veer; be it fair or foul, for my accountability is clear.

"Point of Reference" from Fred Price

Called To Brokenness