We live in a busy world with busy schedules and being able to share some thoughts about this journey with others across this world through the Internet is truly a blessing. The below Questions for Reflection will stimulate thought and offer ideas for applying biblical principles. At all stages of life, the Bible is helpful in providing what is needed to thrive in life. If you have not done so yet, click the follow button on the top right side of this page to be notified of future posts.

1 Kings 8:1-21 – When the temple is finished, what must then be brought to God’s house? What place does it occupy there? What occupies the inner core of your life? In what specific ways is God’s indwelling evident in your life?

1 Kings 8:22-53 – What characteristics of God does Solomon emphasize in verses 22-23? What is necessary if we are to enter God’s presence? For whom does Solomon pray? For what friends and associates will you pray specifically today?

1 Kings 8:54-66 – On what basis does Solomon bless the assembly (See vv. 51-53)? How is the house of God dedicated? How are you dedicating your life to the Lord? How do the people feel as they go home? What is your response to God?

1 Kings 9 – What does God say about Solomon’s prayer? What conditions does God lay down for the future? What promises does He make? What progression do you see in Solomon’s worship of God (compare vv. 3-9 to 3:14 and 6:11-13)? What growth and improvement is evident in your worship of God?

1 Kings 10 – What types of activities does the queen of Sheba observe? To what extent can others tell that you love God by your ordinary actions as well as by your worship activities? How does Solomon use the gifts God gives him? How do you use God’s gifts to you?

1 Kings 11:1-8 – What is a major cause of Solomon’s spiritual decline? Where does the decline begin? What are his strengths? His major weaknesses (See 1 Kings 3:1-4)? What tendencies, weaknesses, or wrongdoings in your life should you bring to God as you pray?

1 Kings 11:9-43 – What knowledge does Solomon have that destroys any excuse (See 9:6-9)? What do verses 9-13 indicate about God’s character? What are the consequences of God’s actions in verses 14 and 23 for the world today? What can we do?

Feel free to respond with a short note or a comment about any of the questions above. Also, I welcome any other thoughts or ideas, favorite inspirational videos, photos, or favorite Bible verses. Just add them to the comments.

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