1. Solomon blesses the assembly (1-11)

David loved God and wanted to build a house for him. God's heart was moved by David's sincere desire. He promised David that his son would build the temple for his Name. Solomon thought that God's promise was fulfilled when he built the temple. But actually it was David's descendant Jesus who, through his death and resurrection, built the true temple. God's plans are larger than we can imagine. God makes promises and keeps them. The ark of his covenant was placed in the temple.

2. Solomon's prayer (12-17)

Solomon was a king, but he knelt before the King of kings in front of the whole assembly, and lifted his hands in prayer. His prayer is based on God's promises. He praised God who keeps his covenant of love with his servants. He remembered the obligation of David's son to walk before God.

Application: Praise the Lord who keeps his promises. Help me to walk before you and keep your word.
One Word: God keeps his promises