1 CHRONICLES 22

SOLOMON APPOINTED TO CONSTRUCT THE TEMPLE

David wants to build a permanent home for God, but God says that someone blameless from David’s line would be the one to build the temple. Because David was involved with constant war and bloodshed during his reign, God chose Solomon, a man of peace, to build the temple instead. At this point, Solomon is still young, but David wants him to be well prepared when his time to build the temple arrives. David provides supplies and materials for building the temple and trusts that it will be “exceedingly magnificent!”

David informs Solomon that God desires someone blameless to build His dwelling place. During Solomon’s life, God will provide peace for Israel, allowing them to focus on the construction of the temple. David tells Solomon that God will give him discretion and understanding when he rules Israel. He encourages Solomon that he has all of the supplies, materials, and workman that he needs and reminds him to set his mind and heart to seek God.