

A Prayer for Wisdom | 2 Chronicles 1
Sep 30, 2025
Pastor Ben Stuart dives into Solomon's early leadership, emphasizing the significance of wisdom in governing. He highlights Solomon's request for wisdom to serve his people justly and explores the impact of wise leadership on national prosperity. The conversation includes reflections on the importance of submitting to a higher authority and the need for leaders to unite people around shared values. Ultimately, the discussion points to Jesus as the true source of wisdom and leadership, inviting listeners to embrace this transformative guidance.
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From Four Students To A Thriving Youth Group
- Ben Stuart recounts building a youth ministry from four bored students to a thriving program over several years.
- He uses those early critic encounters to show how easy it is to criticize versus the difficulty of building something lasting.
Leadership Begins With A Higher Standard
- Solomon and David both centralized worship around God's presence as their first act of leadership.
- Stuart argues a successful leader publicly submits to a sovereign standard higher than themselves.
Ask For Skill, Not Circumstance
- When offered anything, Solomon asked God for wisdom to govern rather than wealth or long life.
- Ask for the skill to serve others and create thriving environments instead of just changing your circumstances.