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Solomon Builds a Temple for God

Episode 115: Inspired by the Book of 1 Kings & Chronicles 2

Solomon Builds a Temple for God

Because of the work that his father David had done, Solomon had the privilege of building alliances and trade routes for the prosperity of Israel. And during the time when kings would usually go to war, he, his men, and the kings in alliance with him worked together to build the temple of God. After seven years, the beautiful temple, the hope of the nations, was complete. God’s presence filled it and Solomon, though he was king of Israel, bowed before the King of Kings and worshiped Him.

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In our previous episode, we heard how God appeared to Solomon in a dream and offered to give him whatever he desired. Rather than ask for riches or a long life, Solomon asked God to give him wisdom and discernment, so he could lead God’s people well. This pleased God so much that God promised not only wisdom but wealth, fame, and prosperity. Today we’ll learn how Israel experienced a time of great peace and celebration, something they’d never really had before. And in this new era, Solomon the wise king will set about accomplishing the vision his father David had, to build a great house for the Lord.

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Dr. Jack Graham

Dr. Jack Graham is the pastor of Prestonwood Baptist Church, one of the nation's largest, most dynamic congregations with more than 42,000 members. He is a noted author of numerous books, and his passionate, biblical teaching is also seen and heard throughout the world on PowerPoint Ministries.

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