That Night
“On that night God appeared to Solomon, and said to him, ‘Ask! What shall I give you?'”
2 Chronicles 1:7 (NKJV)
That night, Solomon had a supernatural encounter with God. It was not a casual event but the result of previous actions that prepared his heart and environment to receive this blessing. The question we must ask ourselves today is: What did Solomon do before having this special experience with God?
Keys to a Divine Visitation
- He Gathered the Leaders
Before receiving God’s visitation, Solomon assembled the key leaders of the people.
“Then Solomon spoke to all Israel, to the commanders of thousands and of hundreds, to the judges, and to every leader in all Israel, the heads of the fathers’ houses.”
2 Chronicles 1:2 (NKJV)
Unity and leadership are fundamental to creating an atmosphere where God manifests. When leaders are aligned, people follow their example.
- He Led the Leaders to Worship God
Solomon did not only gather the leaders but also led them to seek God together.
“Then Solomon and the whole assembly went to the place of worship at Gibeon, for God’s tabernacle was located there…”
2 Chronicles 1:3 (NLT)
Everything we do should lead people toward God. Leadership without worship loses its divine purpose.
- They Sought God’s Guidance
They did not make decisions without first seeking the Lord’s direction.
“So Solomon and the people gathered there in front of it to consult the Lord.”
2 Chronicles 1:5 (NLT)
Before acting, we must ensure that our decisions align with God’s will.
- He Gave Generously
Solomon did not come before God empty-handed but presented an extraordinary offering.
“There in front of the Tabernacle, Solomon went up to the bronze altar in the Lord’s presence and sacrificed 1,000 burnt offerings on it.”
2 Chronicles 1:6 (NLT)
An uncommon pursuit precedes an uncommon blessing. Generosity reflects our love and trust in God.
God’s visitation to Solomon was not accidental. It was the result of an attitude of seeking, worship, consultation, and surrender. If we want to experience supernatural moments with God, we must be willing to do what others do not.
“On that night God appeared to Solomon, and said to him, ‘Ask! What shall I give you?'”
2 Chronicles 1:7 (NKJV)
Think About It:
• Am I creating an environment of unity and spiritual leadership in my life and surroundings?
• How can I make my actions direct others to God?
• What am I doing out of the ordinary so that God can bless me out of the ordinary?