King Solomon was wise, but as he got older, he made a big mistake.
He married many wives from other countries who worshiped fake gods. Little by little, they turned his heart away from God.
Solomon even built places to worship idols. God was very sad. A wise king made a foolish choice.
Key Verse
Keep your heart with all vigilance, for from it flow the springs of life.Proverbs 4:23, ESV
Talk About It
What are some things that could pull your heart away from God?
Story Questions
Who turned Solomon's heart away from God?
His many wives
Did it happen all at once?
No, little by little
What did God say would happen to the kingdom?
It would be torn apart
Try This Today
Draw a heart with a fence around it. Inside, write things that help you stay close to God.
Pray Together
God, guard my heart and keep it close to you. Amen.