10:23-25 Greater Gifts An old adage says, “Run away from wealth, not toward it.” While Solomon’s riches were greater than all the kings of Israel combined, they were still God’s good gifts to him. When Solomon turned toward the pleasures of sin, his heart turned away from God. And the Lord turned away from Solomon (11:9-13). Whether you have much or little, it all comes from God. Run toward the Giver, not the gifts.