1Ki 3:3 | MHM | STEP | v. 3 : Solomon truly loved the Lord and tried to follow the laws and advice of his father David (1 Kings 3:3 ). His name, Jedidiah, means “beloved of the Lord ” (2 Samuel 12:24 ). His love for God showed in his actions and in his generous offerings. People who love God want to obey him and make his worship important in their lives. Solomon’s story encourages us to love and honor God, but also to be careful and obey him completely.

‏ 1 Kings 3:3

v. 3: Solomon truly loved the Lord and tried to follow the laws and advice of his father David (1 Kings 3:3 ^a). His name, Jedidiah, means “beloved of the Lord” (2 Samuel 12:24 ^b). His love for God showed in his actions and in his generous offerings. People who love God want to obey him and make his worship important in their lives. Solomon’s story encourages us to love and honor God, but also to be careful and obey him completely.