2 Chronicles 5:2-14

 

THE GLORY OF THE LORD FILLS THE TEMPLE

Keywords 5:14

and the priests could not perform their service because of the cloud, for the glory of the LORD filled the temple of God.

1. The ark was brought to the temple (2-10)

 Solomon gathered all the leaders and the people of Israel to bring the ark to the

temple. The ark symbolized God’s presence among his people and the two tablets

of stone represented his word and his covenant. The ark was handled with great

reverence and care. The Levites carried the ark from Zion to the temple while

consecrated priests placed it in the Most Holy Place. Solomon and the entire

assembly of Israel sacrificed countless sheep and cattle. In this way, they sought

the presence of the LORD. The way to seek the Lord is with a broken and contrite

heart.

 

2. The glory of the LORD filled the temple (11-14)

 The priests withdrew from the Holy Place and an awesome round of worship

began. The Levites, who were musicians, played cymbals, harps and lyres while

120 priests blew their trumpets. The singers raised their voices and praised God.

What a celebration! Then, the glory of the LORD filled the temple in a cloud. God

was present with his people. Is there anything more they could need? Is there

anything more they could want?

 

Prayer Father, your presence is everything.

One Word God is present among his people