Read: 1 Kings 10:1-29
v 10:3 Solomon answered all her questions; nothing was too hard for the king to explain to her.
King Solomon wisdom foreshadowed that of King Jesus. Jesus Himself declared in Matthew 12:42 “Now one greater than Solomon is here.” So if you have a question, don't hesitate to ask God, "nothing is too hard for Him."
v 10:23 King Solomon was greater in riches and wisdom than all the other kings of the earth.
Again as a foreshadow of Christ, King Solomon was richer & wiser than all other kings. Christ is richer & wiser than all other kings/kingdoms (namely, the prince of the air). The devil don't have the most riches, nor is he wiser than our Messiah. Stick with Christ for riches and wisdom beyond comparison!
Solomon is only a shadow of the splendor of God's kingdom. ~ TITW
Who among us will build in the house of the Lord?
Read: 1 Kings 5:1-18
Today in the Word
First, Solomon's project was wisely grounded in the peace of God (vv. 4-5). He did not claim credit for himself, but recognized that building success was only possible in the context of peace from God.
Second, Solomon's idea for a temple was founded on God's promise to David. Solomon's construction project wasn't grounded in his own vision.
Additionally, Gentiles were an integral part of the building of God's house, foreshadowing the words of Jesus: “My house will be called a house of prayer for all nations” (Mark 11:17; cf. Isa. 56:7). Though starting with Israel, God's kingdom would eventually include non-Jews as well. Today's passage hints at the expansive purpose of God for His people.
v. 14 He sent them off to Lebanon in shifts of ten thousand a month, so that they spent one month in Lebanon and two months at home...
Solomon wisely had set up work life balance to keep men happy during construction of God's house.
Matthew Henry's Concise Commentary on the Bible
5:1-9 There is no adversary of Satan to oppose or to hinder temple work. ... Tyre supplies Israel with craftsmen, Israel will supply Tyre with corn, ... Thus, by the wise disposal of Providence, one country has need of another, and is benefitted by another, that there may be dependence on one another, to the glory of God.
5:10-18 The temple was chiefly built by the riches and labour of Gentiles, which typified their being called into the church. Solomon commanded, and they brought costly stones for the foundation. Christ, who is laid for a Foundation, is a chosen and precious Stone...
Today in the Word
First, Solomon's project was wisely grounded in the peace of God (vv. 4-5). He did not claim credit for himself, but recognized that building success was only possible in the context of peace from God.
Second, Solomon's idea for a temple was founded on God's promise to David. Solomon's construction project wasn't grounded in his own vision.
Additionally, Gentiles were an integral part of the building of God's house, foreshadowing the words of Jesus: “My house will be called a house of prayer for all nations” (Mark 11:17; cf. Isa. 56:7). Though starting with Israel, God's kingdom would eventually include non-Jews as well. Today's passage hints at the expansive purpose of God for His people.
v. 14 He sent them off to Lebanon in shifts of ten thousand a month, so that they spent one month in Lebanon and two months at home...
Solomon wisely had set up work life balance to keep men happy during construction of God's house.
Matthew Henry's Concise Commentary on the Bible
5:1-9 There is no adversary of Satan to oppose or to hinder temple work. ... Tyre supplies Israel with craftsmen, Israel will supply Tyre with corn, ... Thus, by the wise disposal of Providence, one country has need of another, and is benefitted by another, that there may be dependence on one another, to the glory of God.
5:10-18 The temple was chiefly built by the riches and labour of Gentiles, which typified their being called into the church. Solomon commanded, and they brought costly stones for the foundation. Christ, who is laid for a Foundation, is a chosen and precious Stone...
1 Kings 3:2
3:2 The people, however, were still sacrificing at the high places, because a temple had not yet been built for the Name of the Lord.
An intriguing scripture! Lord I pray for your revelation.
HIGH PLACES BEING IN USE HIS SACRIFICES AT GIBEON.
high places were altars erected on natural or artificial eminences, probably from the idea that men were brought nearer to the Deity. They had been used by the patriarchs, and had become so universal among the heathen that they were almost identified with idolatry. They were prohibited in the law (Leviticus 17:3,4,Deuteronomy 12:13,14, Jeremiah 7:31, Ezekiel 6:3,4, Hosea 10:8). But, so long as the tabernacle was migratory and the means for the national worship were merely provisional, the worship on those high places was tolerated. Hence, as accounting for their continuance, it is expressly stated (1 Kings 3:2) that God had not yet chosen a permanent and exclusive place for his worship. ~ Jamieson, Fausset, Brown Commentary Critical and Explanatoryon the Whole Bible
An intriguing scripture! Lord I pray for your revelation.
HIGH PLACES BEING IN USE HIS SACRIFICES AT GIBEON.
high places were altars erected on natural or artificial eminences, probably from the idea that men were brought nearer to the Deity. They had been used by the patriarchs, and had become so universal among the heathen that they were almost identified with idolatry. They were prohibited in the law (Leviticus 17:3,4,Deuteronomy 12:13,14, Jeremiah 7:31, Ezekiel 6:3,4, Hosea 10:8). But, so long as the tabernacle was migratory and the means for the national worship were merely provisional, the worship on those high places was tolerated. Hence, as accounting for their continuance, it is expressly stated (1 Kings 3:2) that God had not yet chosen a permanent and exclusive place for his worship. ~ Jamieson, Fausset, Brown Commentary Critical and Explanatoryon the Whole Bible
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