2 CHRONICLES 6

SOLOMON PRAISES GOD FOR HIS FULFILLED PROMISE

Solomon offers a blessing over the people of Israel and reminds them how significant and meaningful it is for God to choose Jerusalem as His dwelling place on Earth. Solomon acknowledges the fulfillment of God’s promise to David, that although David desires to build God’s dwelling place, God chose Solomon to complete it.

Solomon is amazed at God's goodness, not only for keeping His promise, but also for His decision to draw near to the Israelites. Solomon knows that God’s presence cannot be contained to the temple—not even the heavens can contain His presence! Solomon dedicates himself to God and asks for God’s continued provision and mercy.

Solomon praises God for His ability to know our hearts intimately and personally. Solomon prays that people of all nations would come to know God and experience His nearness.

2 Chronicles 6:18 - But will God indeed dwell with man on the earth? Behold, heaven and the highest heaven cannot contain you, how much less this house that I have built!