May 30 devotion

[billizzy]

Inviting God's Presence and Forgiveness
2 Chronicles 6:12-42





Solomon's workers had completed the temple construction. Such attention to detail was given to this process that it took 7 years to complete the majestic temple. Yet even with all its finery, it wasn't the temple building that prompted Solomon's thoughtful prayer here. It was God's glorious presence filling that temple. Finally, there was a place for God to dwell more permanently among His people. Since the nations whole identity was based on its relationship with God and His blessing this was a very significant moment.

In light of that, it's interesting to really listen to Solomons prayer. Rather than a formal prayer laced with high and holy phrases, it is a very down to earth prayer filled with the tough stuff of real life. Solomon covered the gamut of life situations that these people were going to face as they worshiped for-- what he hopes will be--many centuries at this temple.

We should pray the same way-- inviting Gods presence to dwell in us and to forgive us whenever we stray from His ways.

Hugs and prayers
Izzy

[Becca]

Thanks Izzy.
This was a simple prayer but yet so meaningful.May we be mindful to thank God for his many blessings & for forgiveness . Becca

[auntjana]

The temples we build here in all the earth are built to the utmost perfection. Every detail is perfect. Just as Solomon built his temple for the Lord's dwelling place here on earth. Our temples, too, are the dwelling place for the Lord, His house. Inscribed on the stonework on each of our temoles is, "House of the Lord, Holiness to the Lord." At the completion of each temple is a open house, for all to visit, then at the end of that time, the temple is dedicated to the Lord, just as Solomon did with his prayer.

It is such a blessing to attend and be in a temple. To listen, be taught, and feel His presence in that holy sacred place.

Jana

[QuiltGram8]

Thank you Izzy for your inspiration.