2 Chronicles 3
-Solomon begins work on the Temple of God on the second day
of the second month of the fourth year of his reign in Jerusalem. The Temple is
built ornately on the site of Mt. Moriah, where Abraham had the binding of his
son Isaac (Genesis 22:2-18) and where the LORD appeared to David at the
threshing floor of Ornan the Jebusite (2 Chronicles 3:1-2). The foundations are
laid precisely and the materials were constructed with great care and diligence
with fine craftsmanship and beautiful design. Gold was the theme of the place
where God’s presence would dwell. The veil separating the holy of holies was
fashioned in violet, purple, crimson, and fine linen with cherubim worked on it
in decoration (2 Chronicles 3:14). There were two pillars erected at the front
of the House. The pillars were named. The one on the right was named Jachin (he
shall establish), and the one on the left was named Boaz (in it is strength, quickness)
(1 Kings 7:21, 2 Chronicles 3:17).
-*Application* When God is in something it will be established,
it will have incredible wonderworking strength, and it will occur quickly in a flashing
moment in time. Learn how the LORD works when He decides it is time to accomplish
His glory! While we do wait upon the LORD with patience (Psalms 27:14; 37, Isaiah
40:31), remember that when He acts, He does it with precession and swiftness that
will amaze and astound. God will build great things in your life, the New Covenant
Temple of God, if you will allow. And, He will do this with pillars named Jachin
and Boaz.
Verse to Memorize: 1
Chronicles 3:1
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