1. His love endures forever (1-10)

The glory of God filled the temple and all the people knelt to worship. The dedication of the temple was a joyful celebration of the goodness, mercy and unchanging love of the Lord.

2. The Lord appears to Solomon (11-22)

God accepted the temple which Solomon built and dedicated. He promised to hear his people, to forgive them and heal their land if they would humble themselves, seek his face and repent of their wicked ways. He also promised to establish Solomon's throne if Solomon and his descendants lived according to God's word. God remembered his promise to David (18), a promise which would be fulfilled by the Messiah. But if God's people should turn from God's word and worship idols, God promised to uproot them from the land, and reject the temple itself. God will not compromise with idols.

Application: Lord, thank you for hearing me when I pray and seek your face with a repentant heart. Thank you for your great faithfulness to keep your promises.
One Word: God is always ready to forgive and heal