The Benefits of Wisdom: High Demand

The Benefits of Wisdom: High Demand

And all the kings of the earth sought the presence of Solomon to hear his wisdom, which God had put in his heart. Each man brought his present: articles of silver and gold, garments, armor, spices, horses, and mules, at a set rate year by year. – 2 Chronicles 9:23-24

Another benefit of wisdom is that it makes you a highly sought-after commodity, in high demand. From our reference passage, we see that Solomon became a widely sought-after person overnight, as kings and prominent figures all over the world came in tow and queued up to seek his audience.

Note that they did not come to see his face just for the fun of it, nor would they have travelled through lands, seas and deserts merely to see his palace; rather, they all came with deliberate intent from their different nations to seek his counsel on various personal matters, about affairs of state, and so that they could be acquainted firsthand with his famed wisdom.

Imagine what the sight must have looked like; all these rulers of empires and kingdoms collecting tallies and taking turns just to be with Solomon, listen to him speak or address their matters, exchange ideas with and rub minds with him. Note that none of them would have also come to his presence empty-handed! The Bible says they brought presents, silver, gold, garments, armor, spices, horses, and mules year by year. That is one of the benefits that wisdom bestows on those who possess it. It makes them an authority and gives them a voice such that they are in high demand by others.

Wisdom gives you a savvy such that people will queue to sample and a product that everyone craves to buy. Wisdom distinguishes you from the pack and launches you unto unimaginable heights.

Solomon probably did not bargain for all the fuss the world was making all over him on account of his wisdom, but it must have been quite rewarding to be the recipient of such effusive attention all year long, at his own chosen schedule and preference.

The interesting thing is that it was God who put wisdom in Solomon’s heart, which made Him the desire of everyone. It is also gladdening to know that God does not hoard wisdom. He gives it freely to anyone who asks Him (James 1:5).

It will be wise to ask Him earnestly for yours after reading this.

You will succeed in Jesus’ Name!

Also read:

• A Father Shopping
• Understanding God: A Balancing Act
• The Benefits of Wisdom: Organization
• A Faithful Giver
• I Was A Pretender

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