# 1 Kings 07 #soap ## Title: Does Your Reputation Precede You? ## Scripture: (1 Kings 7:13-14) “King Solomon sent for Hiram of Tyre. He was the son of a widow from the tribe of Naphtali, and his father was a craftsman in bronze from Tyre. He had the skill and knowledge to make all kinds of works of bronze. He reported to King Solomon and did all the work he was assigned.” (NET) ## Observation: This man, Hiram, had become known to Solomon in such a way that he was needed to create the most amazing pieces of furniture ever written about. His reputation preceded him. What about you? What do people know about you before they meet you? What would you like people to know about you? Would you like people to think of you as courageous, kind, generous, or having a heart after God? Become the things you want to be known for. I have heard it said that true confidence comes from receipts. In other words, we become confident because we know the truth about ourselves through time and effort. Become the person you want to be known as. Focus on attitudes, not achievements. ## Application: Become the person you want to be known as. ## Prayer: Thank You, Jesus, for shaping us every day.