Lectionary Preaching Workbook
We have come to the end of the story of great King David who
reigned for 40 years. He was succeeded by his son, Solomon. Soon
after succession to the throne, Solomon had a dream in which the
Lord asked him what he should give him. He asked for wisdom to
govern the nation. This pleased God so that he gave Solomon more
than he asked: wisdom and riches.
Lesson 2: Ephesians 5:15-20 (C, E, L, RC)
The exhortation to Christian living continues in this
pericope. It was probably chosen because of its relation to