"O LORD, God of Israel, there is no God like you in heaven above or on earth below--- you who keep your covenant of love with your servants to continue wholeheartedly in your way." 1 Kings 8:23a
It took seven years to build the Temple of the Lord. It was beautifully and thoughtfully created.
At the dedication, King Solomon offered prayers, supplication and sacrifices. At the conclusion of the ceremony, after fourteen days, the LORD replied:
"I have heard the prayer and plea you have
made before me; I have consecrated this temple, which you have built, by
putting my Name there forever . . . As for you, if you walk before me in
integrity of heart and uprightness, as David your father did, and do
all I command and observe my decrees and laws, I wil establish your
royal throne over Israel forever, as I promised David your father when I
said, 'You shall never fail to have a man on the throne of Israel.'
But if you or your sons turn away from me and do not observe the
commands or decrees I have given you and go off to serve other gods and
worship them, then I will cut off Israel from the land I have given them
and will reject this temple I have consecrated for my Name...." 1 Kings 9:3-7a.
This was the LORD's second visit with Solomon. It was both a reminder and a warning.
But if you or your sons turn away from me and do not observe the commands or decrees I have given you and go off to serve other gods and worship them, then I will cut off Israel from the land I have given them and will reject this temple I have consecrated for my Name...."
We know God generously blessed King Solomon for his desire to rule Israel with wisdom and discernment. He dealt in large riches and extravagance.
Thank you for reading with me.
SG
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