We wrapped up chapter 11. It is such a sad chapter because in it we see the seeds planted which will lead to the division of the kingdom of Israel. The real driving force for this break up is found in how Solomon fostered and introduced idol worship in the land. Solomon lacked a real fear of God like David his father possessed. He embraced the false worship introduced by his many wives and this is ultimately the thing which brought about the judgement of God. He calls His people to be faithful to Him. When His people are not faithful He brings correction and judgement. God is always working to bring His people into faithful pursuit of Him. He is faithful even when we are not and He is always working to bring us what is best for us which is the gift of a relationship with Him. There is nothing in this world better for us then this. At the risk of sounding overly simplistic the truth of the matter is: every single problem which we have in this world finds its truest answer and solution in Jesus.
• Are you sick? Jesus is the great physician and the ultimate healing of every disease is found in Him. One day He will wipe away the effects of all sin and pain.
• Are you anxious? God tells us not to be anxious about anything because He is our provider.
• Are you weary? Jesus tells us to take His yoke upon us because His yoke is easy and His burden is light.
• Are you broken hearted? Jesus binds up the broken hearted and he comforts us with a supernatural comfort so we can comfort others in their distress.
This is just a short example of the reality of how every problem we face finds its ultimate answer in Jesus. Our problem is how easily and quickly we turn to something other then Jesus.
