2Ch 6:1 | MHM | STEP | Solomon's Prayer to God It is very important that our reasons for doing religious things are good and honest. Solomon did not build the temple to show off his power or wealth, like some kings do. Instead, he explains why he built it, and his reasons make the project even more special. He wanted to honor God, follow God’s choice of Jerusalem, continue his father David’s good plans, and obey God’s promise. These reasons show that Solomon’s heart was in the right place. v. 1 : Solomon said, “The Lord has said that he would dwell in thick darkness” . He knew that God is so great and holy that he cannot be seen by people. God sometimes shows his presence in a dark cloud, like he did in the temple. Even though God lives in heaven, Solomon wanted the temple to be a special place on earth for God’s presence.

‏ 2 Chronicles 6:1

Solomon's Prayer to God

It is very important that our reasons for doing religious things are good and honest. Solomon did not build the temple to show off his power or wealth, like some kings do. Instead, he explains why he built it, and his reasons make the project even more special. He wanted to honor God, follow God’s choice of Jerusalem, continue his father David’s good plans, and obey God’s promise. These reasons show that Solomon’s heart was in the right place.

v. 1: Solomon said, “The Lord has said that he would dwell in thick darkness” . He knew that God is so great and holy that he cannot be seen by people. God sometimes shows his presence in a dark cloud, like he did in the temple. Even though God lives in heaven, Solomon wanted the temple to be a special place on earth for God’s presence.