Forever

Proverbs 29:11-14 – Fools give full vent to their rage, but the wise bring calm in the end. If a ruler listens to lies, all his officials become wicked. The poor and the oppressor have this in common: The Lord gives sight to the eyes of both. If a king judges the poor with fairness, his throne will be established forever.

Psalm 72:1 – Endow the king with your justice, O God, the royal son with your righteousness.

Isaiah 9:7 – Of the greatness of his government and peace there will be no end. He will reign on David’s throne and over his kingdom, establishing and upholding it with justice and righteousness from that time on and forever. The zeal of the Lord Almighty will accomplish this.

Proverbs 27:23-24 – Be sure you know the condition of your flocks, give careful attention to your herds; for riches do not endure forever, and a crown is not secure for all generations.

Application:

• ·         Solomon asked for the necessary wisdom so he could govern God’s people justly.
• ·         In spite of the sins of kings like Ahaz, Christ will be a descendant of David who will rule in righteousness forever.
• ·         Even kings may lose their wealth and power.

All Scripture verses taken from NIV