During Solomon's prosperous days of wisdom and wealth, he determined to build the temple for God which his father David had hoped to build earlier. AND, it is not because of States Rights as it was in those days though that is a major part of it. Solomon and the people of Israel were gathered in the court of the temple at Jerusalem. 1-11) and concludes with a great celebration (vv. The priests took their positions, as did the Levites with the Lord's musical . (3) Yet, King Solomon offered peace and burnt offerings seemingly with God's full approval. religious corporation as defined under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. They are 1 Kings, chapters 5 through 8 and 2 Chronicles, chapters 2 through 7. Even when Israel grossly sinned, He would not forget His covenant with the people and with David (2 Chron. 2) To provide a central place where all the tribes of Israel could assemble at the time of the three feast as directed by God to preserve the unity of Israel. Sin offerings were done and accepted before the glorification of the great antitypical Solomon. It is by prayer that we have communion with God. 1217; 2 Sam. When the temple was complete Solomon praised God before His people reminding them of His promises. In last week's lesson Solomon continued the Temple dedication service. Bible Students recognize frequent lessons associated with names in the Bible, and it is so here also. The movement of the Ark had to coincide with the proper time. This was the place to meet Jehovah at the right time which was, daily, weekly, monthly, and especially yearly at the annual feast. 1Jn 4:3 And every spirit that confesseth not that Jesus Christ is come in the flesh is not of God: and this is that spirit of antichrist, whereof ye have heard that it should come; and even now already is it in the world. When one approached the temple from the front, they would behold two huge pillars, one on either side of the temple entrance. SOLOMON'S TEMPLE DEDICATED ON THE JUBILEE This article takes the yearly progression of time as compiled by Dr. E.W. When we become part of the family of God, He will never leave us or forsake us! Num 3:32 And Eleazar the son of Aaron the priest shall be chief over the chief of the Levites, and have the oversight of them that keep the charge of the sanctuary. 1Pe 2:16 As free, and not using your liberty for a cloke of maliciousness, but as the servants of God. Interested in joining the Ligonier team? The Cherubim in the Holy of Holies faced the Holy Place where the congregation were, as a sign that they also observed the ministry of Gods people. 17:1; 2 Chr. Dedication of the Temple. Prepare for Easter with Bible Gateway Plus. (1). 8 At that time Solomon assembled the elders of Israel, all the tribal heads and the ancestral leaders of the Israelites before him at Jerusal 1 Kings 8 - The Dedication of the Temple A. Solomon's prayer for the covenant people is composed of seven petitions. King Solomon himself offered the sacrifices. 1Ki 8:63 And Solomon offered a sacrifice of peace offerings, which he offered unto the LORD, two and twenty thousand oxen, and an hundred and twenty thousand sheep. The LORD is Globally LORD (6:33), -----On a platform (so all could participate), -----Lifted/spread out his hands (dependence, personal inadequacy), -----A. The holy sanctuary would not put a spatial limit on God, as if He could be contained in the temple or found only there. Eph 2:21 In whom all the building fitly framed together groweth unto an holy temple in the Lord: 1Ki 8:19 Nevertheless thou shalt not build the house; but thy son that shall come forth out of thy loins, he shall build the house unto my name. 7Furthermore (K)Solomon consecrated the middle of the court that was in front of the house of the Lord; for there he offered burnt offerings and the fat of the peace offerings, because the bronze altar which Solomon had made was not able to receive the burnt offerings, the grain offerings, and the fat. The Lord blesses Solomon with wisdom, riches, and honor ( 3:10-15 ). In our last lesson we saw part of the construction of the Temple and its furnishings. Selah. 1Ki 8:59 And let these my words, wherewith I have made supplication before the LORD, be nigh unto the LORD our God day and night, that he maintain the cause of his servant, and the cause of his people Israel at all times, as the matter shall require: And, God will always provide the things that meets His will for our lives! I noted how the dedication included worship, prayer, and praise. 1 Chron. Each individual will be given a work to do which will reflect that preparation. Rom 1:2 (Which he had promised afore by his prophets in the holy scriptures,) *****1Ki 8:11 So that the priests could not stand to minister because of the cloud: for the glory of the LORD had filled the house of the LORD. Learn how your comment data is processed. The Apostle Paul wanted us to know about the symbolism of the temple (1 Corinthians 3:17, Ephesians 2:21). 30 "Listen to the entreaty of your servant and of all your people Israel; whenever they pray in this place, listen from the place where you reside in heaven; and when you hear, forgive. The pure truth of the Lord is that He provides the needs that we require daily. In Solomon's dedication prayer he asked for God's blessings, making nine specific petitions to God. Now, my son, the LORD be with thee; and prosper thou, and build the house of the LORD thy God, as he hath said of thee (1 Chronicles 22:7-11).. Behold, a son shall be born to thee, who shall be a man of rest; and I will give him rest from all his enemies round about: for his name shall be Solomon, and I will give peace and quietness unto Israel in his days. 1Ki 8:60 That all the people of the earth may know that the LORD is God, and that there is none else. (LogOut/ First Kings 6:1-38 and chapters 78 describe the construction and dedication of Solomon's temple. God told David that he would not be permitted to build the place of worship. B. Solomon's prayer posture. but ye have made it a den of thieves. 3:3- "The length by cubits after the ancient measure was . The God of heaven will hear the petition and the supplication (49). Isa 61:3 To appoint unto them that mourn in Zion, to give unto them beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness; that they might be called trees of righteousness, the planting of the LORD, that he might be glorified. 12Then the Lord (S)appeared to Solomon by night, and said to him: I have heard your prayer, (T)and have chosen this (U)place for Myself as a house of sacrifice. -----A. Solomon dismissed Israel to go back home hoping they would return to the ways of God. The king knew that having the temple was no guarantee that God would continue to bless Israel if they fell into gross sin, but He also knew that the Lord would show grace if the people turned from their sin and trusted in Him anew. So, while Solomon built the house, it's God who consecrated it. There can be no strings attached, or exceptions to wrongdoing. Our main Bible passages will focus on 1 Kings 3-8. Thousands of skilled men and women worked on the temple. It was not Solomon that had caused this to happen as much as it was his father King David. We must dedicate our places of worship to the Lord! The Cherubim on the Mercy Seat faced each other as a sign they observed the mysteries of Gods Grace. Here are 3 key lessons from Solomon's prayer for wisdom that can give us spiritual wisdom, as well: 1. *****1Ki 8:22 And Solomon stood before the altar of the LORD in the presence of all the congregation of Israel, and spread forth his hands toward heaven: Our prayers are not to be a request only thing! strangers, were used in the preparation work of the temple. 1Ki 8:56 Blessed be the LORD, that hath given rest unto his people Israel, according to all that he promised: there hath not failed one word of all his good promise, which he promised by the hand of Moses his servant. I will raise up thy seed after thee, which shall be of thy sons; and I will establish his kingdom. 1Co 15:54 So when this corruptible shall have put on incorruption, and this mortal shall have put on immortality, then shall be brought to pass the saying that is written, Death is swallowed up in victory. 1Ki 8:4 And they brought up the ark of the LORD, and the tabernacle of the congregation, and all the holy vessels that were in the tabernacle, even those did the priests and the Levites bring up. Preparation. 1Sa 12:22 For the LORD will not forsake his people for his great names sake: because it hath pleased the LORD to make you his people. ----- 4. Valerius Coucke. To save items to a SermonFolder, please sign in to your account. 1Ki 8:47 Yet if they shall bethink themselves in the land whither they were carried captives, and repent, and make supplication unto thee in the land of them that carried them captives, saying, We have sinned, and have done perversely, we have committed wickedness; This can help us to appreciate the value of these experiences, knowing that Jesus, the antitypical David, has gathered together the precise combination of strangers to help us in our quest of Christ-like character. People Listen In Different Wayscan You Reach All Of Them. 3When all the children of Israel saw how the fire came down, and the glory of the Lord on the temple, they bowed their faces to the ground on the pavement, and worshiped and praised the Lord, saying: (F)For He is good,(G)For His mercy endures forever.. Solomon's palace takes about twice as long to finish (13 years) as the temple. Go to www.ccontario.com for an. 22-53) flanked by blessing of the people (vv. While Solomon built this to be a house of prayer, it was God who made it actually function as such by consecrating it. With the nation of Israel observing his actions, Solomon had prayed directly to the Lord. Solomon's Prayer. Solomon mentions the fact that God has been faithful to the promise which He made to his father David. 2 Chronicles 6 & 7. It is interesting to note that non-Israelites, i.e. After King David's capture of Jerusalem, however, the Ark was moved to that city. 1Ki 8:15 And he said, Blessed be the LORD God of Israel, which spake with his mouth unto David my father, and hath with his hand fulfilled it, saying. It contains an important discussion of the nature of genuine repentance. Repentance is a complete change of mind followed with a complete change of direction! They would be obliged to turn their heart, or to repent (47). This is shown even more pointedly in the following passage, which contrasts the warfare of Davids reign with the peace of Solomons reign. BibleGateway+ is less than $5/mo. ), -----A. Copyright 1982 by Thomas Nelson. The scripture text comes from 1 Kings 8:22-30, 52-53. The Reign of King Solomon pictures the Millennial Age because, like Solomon. It was in Jerusalem where God chose to have the Temple that was built by Solomon. Genuine repentance involves a change of conduct. The first part (1-2) tells about the last years of King David's life and how his son Solomon became the king of Israel. The temple, then, is a beautiful type of the glorious work of blessing the world by a sanctified group of individuals who have undergone the chiseling and polishing experiences of this life. Rom 8:34 Who is he that condemneth? Solomon rejoiced in his being the son of promise to his father David but the true Son of Promise is the Lord Jesus Christ! It was the Ark that was the symbol of Gods presence and without the presence of God, this Temple would be just a building and of no use for the work of God! Hiram sent to Solomon, saying he . 16For now (AA)I have chosen and [d]sanctified this house, that My name may be there forever; and [e]My eyes and [f]My heart will be there perpetually. V.22a ""Then Solomon stood before the altar of the LORD in the presence of all the assembly of Israel." This was a public prayer. Understanding the sign. 3) This was the place that was to be a type of the buildings that God would build. God occupied the Temple in the presence of a thick cloud and the dedication continued. And in another parallel it is Gods presence in each believer. ), -----D. The LORD establishes a covenant (7:17ff.). Handed down. Solomon made a treaty with Hiram to get the best cedar logs from . Its location, Mount Moriah, was where God appeared to David, and also where Abraham . The name Jachin suggests a promise that the kingly line would be established forever. From Gods standpoint they were perfect, justified by the blood of Christ. From the study of Solomon's prayer after the completion of the temple, the students will . We must give God the glory for what He has done in our lives and even if God only saves us He has done much more than what we deserved! (d) And the nation must resolve to desist from their lawless actions. No one can take the Lords forgiveness for granted, nor can one expect Heavens tolerance while he is planning to repeat the same sins for which he seeks pardon, as soon as opportunity presents itself. Solomon wrote the book of . Second Chronicles 6:14-42, a very long prayer! To the Church, the Ark emphasizes the Person of Jesus Christ just as the Mercy Seat portrayed by the Cross, emphasizes the Purpose of Jesus Christ! *****1Ki 8:54 And it was so, that when Solomon had made an end of praying all this prayer and supplication unto the LORD, he arose from before the altar of the LORD, from kneeling on his knees with his hands spread up to heaven. *****1Ki 8:3 And all the elders of Israel came, and the priests took up the ark. This illustrates that the preparation of the Church occurs before its glorious reign! Forgive the sin (6:25, 27; 7:14), ----------2. The history of Israel has brought many wonderful lessons to the New Creation. Bibliography. *****1Ki 8:33 When thy people Israel be smitten down before the enemy, because they have sinned against thee, and shall turn again to thee, and confess thy name, and pray, and make supplication unto thee in this house: (1) David was not permitted to build the temple. In Pauls lifetime the temple that would have come to mind was Herods Temple. Daniel 9:5; Psalm 106:6). But that temple was built long after Solomons Temple and does not occupy the same level of importance in the Hebrew Scriptures. This was not only the time of the Feast of the Tabernacles but it also fell a Jubilee year and the fulfillment of the words of Moses! When Solomon became king over Israel God had him build a beautiful temple in Jerusalem. He walked in God's ways, and God blessed him greatly. Solomon was given a tremendous responsibility and Solomon failed! Preface. Solomon's dedicatory prayer makes repeated mention of praying "toward this place," a clear intimation that the temple was to become the center of a world religionthat is, the true . 6:2628, NKJV, Lucado Encouraging Word Bible, Comfort Print: Holy Bible, New King James Version, NKJV, Charles F. Stanley Life Principles Bible, 2nd Edition, Comfort Print: Growing in Knowledge and Understanding of God Through His Word, NKJV, The Story: The Bible as One Continuing Story of God and His People. The temple was to be associated with peace, not war. Until the first temple was destroyed by the Babylonians some four hundred years later, in 586 BC, sacrifice was the . The LORD sends Fire from Heaven to consume the Sacrifices (7:1, compare with Elijah), -----B. 1Co 15:53 For this corruptible must put on incorruption, and this mortal must put on immortality. 1 Chronicles 22:6. Solomon succeeds his father, David, as king, and follows the Lord. Introduction. The glory of the Lord is known as the shekinah. Their hatred, their animosity, their cruelty, is all overruled for the development of the saints. 1 Kings 8:6. Mic 7:19 He will turn again, he will have compassion upon us; he will subdue our iniquities; and thou wilt cast all their sins into the depths of the sea. Jos 23:14 And, behold, this day I am going the way of all the earth: and ye know in all your hearts and in all your souls, that not one thing hath failed of all the good things which the LORD your God spake concerning you; all are come to pass unto you, and not one thing hath failed thereof. Then Solomon assembled the elders of Israel, and all the heads of the tribes, the chief of the fathers of the children of . There are many in our world that think they can loose their salvation but that could only happen if we did not have an Intercessor who is dedicated to keeping us saved! 1Ki 8:20 And the LORD hath performed his word that he spake, and I am risen up in the room of David my father, and sit on the throne of Israel, as the LORD promised, and have built an house for the name of the LORD God of Israel. 1Co 6:20 For ye are bought with a price: therefore glorify God in your body, and in your spirit, which are Gods. The result of this divinely orchestrated procedure is this. This indicates that the New Covenant will then be in operation. he retaineth not his anger for ever, because he delighteth in mercy. 6:21; 1 Kin. Chapter 14. Your donation gift(s) are very much appreciated and may qualify as a charitable deduction for federal income tax purposes. Thanksgiving Series Day 3: Solomon and the Dedication of the Temple. Beloved, think it not strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened unto you: But rejoice, inasmuch as ye are partakers of Christs sufferings; that, when his glory shall be revealed, ye may be glad also with exceeding joy (1 Peter4:12,13). Let us now inquire, as the subject of the present essay, how this is done . Notice also the double use of all, which obviously emphasizes the comprehensive nature of ones change. Solomon's dedicatory prayer ( 2 Chronicles 6:12-42) closely follows 1 Kings 8:22-53. 1Ki 8:48 And so return unto thee with all their heart, and with all their soul, in the land of their enemies, which led them away captive, and pray unto thee toward their land, which thou gavest unto their fathers, the city which thou hast chosen, and the house which I have built for thy name: To repent is to bethink, which is to recall to the mind. ----- 1. The Lords followers in the present time are called upon to suffer persecution for righteousness sake, not because it is either reasonable or proper, but because the Lord, wishing to test, prove, and polish his people is willing to permit the evil influences to prosper and to persecute and oppose his members, and thus to serve his cause in the preparation of his elect for a future work of service. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. He opens his speech with the words "The Lord has said he would dwell in fog" (I Kings 8:12), but immediately adds "I have built you an exalted house, a place for you to dwell in forever" (8 . 21:26, Deut. America is divided because we do not follow the statutes and the commandments of God! turn47a] with all their mind and with all their heart (48). If you have any questions, please review our Privacy Policy or email us at privacy@biblegateway.com. Scripture taken from the New King James Version. Exo 13:21 And the LORD went before them by day in a pillar of a cloud, to lead them the way; and by night in a pillar of fire, to give them light; to go by day and night: Today in our churches it is that presence of the Holy Spirit! View our current career opportunities. (b) The Temple pictures her future spirit born condition wherein she shall possess her spiritual body and the divine nature (1Corinthians 13:10, 2 Peter 1:4). King Hiram rejoiced at this news and said, "Blessed be the Lord this great day, which hath given unto David a wise son over his great people" ( 1 Kings 5:7 ). He is antichrist, that denieth the Father and the Son. Verse Concepts. Then Solomon dedicated the temple the Lord in a ceremony where they brought the Ark of the Covenant in to the Most Holy Room. And, at this point in the history of Israel, he prays that all the promises made to David may go into effect. Should Christians Pray for the Forgiveness of Their Sins? Exo 40:34 Then a cloud covered the tent of the congregation, and the glory of the LORD filled the tabernacle. Further, there must be a reformation of conduct on the part of the offender. Again it is said that they should repent with all their mind and with all their heart (48). Solomon gave his best to God. 3:16; 6:19). They represented the people of the world who will offer themselves in consecration to Jehovah through Christ. 4) God told David that Solomon would be king and that Solomon would build the temple ( 1 Chronicles 22:9-11 ). Solomon's Temple Building and Its Divine Approval in Biblical Historiographies. Jo 1:14 And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us, (and we beheld his glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father,) full of grace and truth. Having trouble logging into your account? Because Davids reign involved warfare and the shedding of blood, he would not be allowed to build the temple. God did these thing in honor of His own name Jehovah! Authors Index. That's in verse 3 and it's also restated in verse 7. Because the temple represents The Christ in glory during the Millennial Age, we would expect that these prominent pillars represent some aspect of the Kingdom work. Herald Magazine Index Sorted by Theme, Article Title and Author, https://herald-magazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/2015_09-10_09_lessons-from-solomons-temple.mp3. Johann Georg Platzer. 1Jn 1:9 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. Solomon's prayer includes Worship, Repentance, Petitioning, and a Restatement of the LORD as God. but retained its original splendour for only 33 years. is the first possible year for the destruction of Jerusalem and the temple. Then Solomon prayed and dedicated the temple to the Lord. But we must remember that the Lord meets His people wherever they come together for worship. *****1Ki 8:66 On the eighth day he sent the people away: and they blessed the king, and went unto their tents joyful and glad of heart for all the goodness that the LORD had done for David his servant, and for Israel his people. 15Now (Z)My eyes will be open and My ears attentive to prayer made in this place. Solomon and the people experienced a theophany . Selah (Psalms 87:2,3,5,6). Prayer should lead to these things as well as spiritual rejuvenation, increased trust, peace that passes all understanding. Hebrews 4:14-16). Rom 6:13 Neither yield ye your members as instruments of unrighteousness unto sin: but yield yourselves unto God, as those that are alive from the dead, and your members as instruments of righteousness unto God. And listen from heaven your dwelling place, and when you hear, forgive (v. 21). This also is entirely consistent in the antitype. We return to the building of Solomon's palace in chapter 7, and conclude with a climax of Israel's spiritual life, the festival of the dedication of the Temple in chapter 8. He stood on it, knelt down in front of the entire congregation of Israel, and spread out his hands toward heaven. A more specific term accompanies; God will forgive his people their transgressions. A chapter by chapter and verse by verse study of 1 Kings taught by Pastor Paul LeBoutillier of Calvary Chapel Ontario, Oregon. So the king and all the people dedicated the temple of God. If they sin, he says; more likely, the sense actually is, when they sin, for they surely will. As a believer, you are also part of Jesus' holy priesthood (1 Pet. . This was the place to learn how to approach God in the proper way. 85-99 of the 1869 edition of "The Symbolism of Freemasonry" by Albert G. Mackey. So now it was time to dedicate this marvelous Temple. Blessings will flow to the world as a resultof the reign of Jesus and the Church. July 30, 2015 by Dr. Mike Bagwell. Next, Solomons prayer reflects a proper understanding of what the Lords presence in the temple would mean. It consisted of five parts, the "House of the Forest of Lebanon," the "hall of pillars," the "Hall of Judgment," and a palace for him and one for Pharaoh's daughter. 2nd) If we confess our sins, God is faithful to forgive our sins. We need to keep all the commandments of God and see that no man-made laws are written that go against the statutes of God. I think if you read it you will agree it is one of the most astonishing prayers in the Bible.
