Asking for Wisdom, Modern Version

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Once upon a time - not in ancient Jerusalem, but somewhere between NW Indiana traffic and Chicago unholy wind and wicked road tolls - there lived a modern Solomon by the name… Solomon, of course.

Surrounded by podcasts, push notifications, hot takes, AI-generated “facts,” and relatives who “did their research,” Solomon prayed:

“Lord, I don’t need more money, more followers, or more arguments on social media. What I really need… is wisdom.” Then the answer came in as a voice saying:

- Since this is your heart’s desire, and you have not asked for wealth, possessions, or honor,
nor for the downfall of your enemies,
nor even for a longer lifespan,
but for wisdom and discernment
in an age of fake news, deceptive information, artificial intelligence,
and very strong opinions with very little listening…

I am sending you somewhere special -

Go to the Seventh-day Adventist Church,
where Pastor Ovidiu is pastoring.

There you will receive not only information,
but biblical clarity.
Not only opinions,
but Scripture anchored in Jesus.
Not only head knowledge,
but a faith that shapes character.
Not only arguments,
but understanding, grace, and hope.
Not only answers,
but better questions, and a community that walks with you as you search.”

So, Solomon went and, wow, he found all the above exactly as they were told by that voice.

 That voice is you. Invite people to come.

No pre-requirements,
Just a curious mind, an open heart,
and a willingness to seek wisdom that begins with God.

Church

Where faith is thoughtful,

hope is real, and

Jesus is central.


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