Hosea 14:4; Isaiah 53:5, 57:18-19; Psalm 41:4); at other times it relates to physical healing (e.g. The first requirement for such spiritual healing is humility. 1 & 2 Chronicles, NIV Application Commentary by Andrew Hill. iii. 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It has been estimated that more than 5 million people were brought to Christ within two years in 1904-05. Although Gods invitation is initially given to my people (2 Chronicles 7:14), 2 Chronicles 6:32-33 has made clear that anyone who acknowledges Gods name and authority may pray with the same confidence of a hearing. Solomon could build a building, but only God could hallow it with His presence. God still had to be honored through blood sacrifice, both for atonement and as a demonstration of fellowship with God. 10 million Ukrainians without power because of Russia. 3. GenesisExodusLeviticusNumbersDeuteronomyJoshuaJudgesRuth1 Samuel2 Samuel1 Kings2 Kings1 Chronicles2 ChroniclesEzraNehemiahEstherJobPsalmsProverbsEcclesiastesSong of SongsIsaiahJeremiahLamentationsEzekielDanielHoseaJoelAmosObadiahJonahMicahNahumHabakkukZephaniahHaggaiZechariahMalachiMatthewMarkLukeJohnActsRomans1 Corinthians2 CorinthiansGalatiansEphesiansPhilippiansColossians1 Thessalonians2 Thessalonians1 Timothy2 TimothyTitusPhilemonHebrewsJames1 Peter2 Peter1 John2 John3 JohnJudeRevelation, Select an Ending Point I said it's been considered as a Christian nation. Site by Mere. They indicated sentiments and feelings of exalted and spiritual devotion, which sprang not from the unaided mind of man, but from the fountain of revelation. Every redeemed human being should give all glory to Jesus for salvation and every benefit it brings. And we see the plague that Solomon could foresee. Why did God use a lying spirit to deceive Ahab? And when all the children of Israel saw how the fire came down, and the glory of the LORD upon the house, they bowed themselves with their faces to the ground upon the pavement, and they worshipped, and praised the LORD, saying, For he is good; for his mercy endureth for ever. Luke-Acts 13), as well as the God of grace, who can hear prayer, forgive sin, and heal not only land, but souls (ver. The king and all the people offered sacrifices in abundance, v. 4, 5. And whoever beholds with true faith, the Saviour agonizing and . The Old Testament 2. However it be, yet God is good. 5. Luke 24 32. '"Now many times when God warns us of something, possible danger, we say, "Oh, come, that's all right. That God accepted Solomon's prayer appeared by the fire from heaven. He promised to own this house for a house of sacrifice to Israel and a house of prayer for all people (Isaiah 56:7): My name shall be there for ever (2 Chronicles 7:12; 2 Chronicles 7:16), that is, "There will I make myself known, and there will I be called upon.". It is hard to think of a more intimate way to indicate Gods nearness, or a greater encouragement to prayer. (Selman). We should taste and see that the Lord Jesus is good (cf. Luke-Acts 15 Now mine eyes shall be open, and mine ears attent unto the prayer that is made in this place. Johannine Writings For now I have chosen and sanctified this house, that My name may be there forever; and My eyes and My heart will be there perpetually.. "1 Chronicles: An Introduction and Commentary" Volume 10 (Tyndale Old Testament Commentaries) (Leicester, England: Inter-Varsity Press, 1994), Spurgeon, Charles Haddon "The New Park Street Pulpit" Volumes 1-6 and "The Metropolitan Tabernacle Pulpit" Volumes 7-63 (Pasadena, Texas: Pilgrim Publications, 1990), Trapp, John "A Commentary on the Old and New Testaments" Volume 1 (Genesis to 2 Chronicles) (Eureka, California: Tanski Publications, 1997). II. II. In 2 Chronicles 7:14, we note three precepts that are consistently called for by God throughout Scripture: humility, hunger and holiness. MEMPHIS, Tenn. (BP) As we approach July 4th, many pastors preach about Christians in America repenting of sin and turning back to the Lord so that He will bless His churches. (Perhaps Christians in other countries have done so as well.) 12 And the Lord appeared to Solomon by night, and said unto him, I have heard thy prayer, and have chosen this place to myself for a house of sacrifice. (1-3) The effect of David's grief upon his loyal supporters. When they saw the fire of God come down from heaven thus they did not run away affrighted, but kept their ground in the courts of the Lord, and took occasion from it, (1.) 22 And it shall be answered, Because they forsook the Lord God of their fathers, which brought them forth out of the land of Egypt, and laid hold on other gods, and worshipped them, and served them: therefore hath he brought all this evil upon them. His public answer by fire from heaven, which consumed the sacrifices (ver 1), with which the priests and people were much affected, ver 2, 3. Usernames should only contain letters, numbers, dots, dashes, or underscores. That sacrifice was consumed that we might escape. The whole congregation expressed the greatest joy and satisfaction imaginable. And when Solomon had made an end of praying, the fire came down from heaven, and consumed the burnt offering and the sacrifices; and the glory of the LORD filled the house ( 2 Chronicles 7:1 ). Nevertheless, the same God who made this promise to Israel still reigns in the heavens and will still respond to His humble praying people today. 2. In 2 Chronicles 7:14, we note three precepts that are consistently called for by God throughout Scripture: humility, hunger and holiness. Isa 33 14. "This house which is high, not only for the magnificence of its structure, but for the designed ends and uses of it, shall be an astonishment, it shall come down wonderfully (Lamentations 1:9), to the amazement of all the neighbours.". This fire, breaking forth (as it is probable) out of the thick darkness, made it the more terrible, as on Mount Sinai, Exod 24 16, 17. Now My eyes will be open and My ears attentive to prayer made in this place. And in the eighth day they made a solemn assembly: for they kept the dedication of the altar seven days, and the feast seven days. Raymond Dillard argued that 2 Chronicles 7:14 was also a "charter" for the rest of Israels history. Prophets 21 And this house, which is high, shall be an astonishment to every one that passeth by it; so that he shall say, Why hath the LORD done thus unto this land, and unto this house? Your partnership makes all we do possible. A verification email has been sent to the address you provided. The glory of God filling the house, the cloud of God and all of this glorious experience and God is saying, "Now, Solomon, don't forsake Me." It would be the ruin of their church. When, in 2 Chronicles 7:14, it is said, I will heal their land, the telling expression, according to the Authorized Version, must be understood to refer to the removing of drought by rain. We had the substance of it before, 1 Kings 9 2-9. How suitable for all Christians in America, and in any other nation, to humble ourselves, pray, seek the Lords face and turn from our wicked ways, asking Him to graciously hear from heaven, forgive our sin and bring spiritual healing to the ailing, impotent churches in our land. With reverence to adore the glory of God: They bowed their faces to the ground and worshipped . But in the scriptures, it is interesting that God seemed to warn people of the very thing that later became their stumbling block. Fire came down from heaven and consumed the burnt offering and the sacrifices: This is one of the remarkable instances in the Old Testament of God sending fire from heaven to consume a sacrifice. 16 For now have I chosen and sanctified this house, that my name may be there for ever: and mine eyes and mine heart shall be there perpetually. Email / username or password was incorrect! Pardoning mercy makes ways for healing mercy, Psalms 103:3; Matthew 9:2. Here the LORD made them know that He could never bless this error. 16:1; 2 Chron. Our website uses cookies to store user preferences. This remedy is as applicable today as it was in postexilic Israel and in the days of Israels monarchy. God is now answering the prayer of Solomon saying, "If these things come, and if my people who are called by my name will just humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven and I will forgive their sin, and I will heal their land. Turn from their wicked ways.Hosea 6:1; Isaiah 6:10; Jeremiah 25:5. David certainly did not walk perfectly before the LORD, and God told Solomon to walk before Me as your father David walked. The New Testament Pardoning mercy makes ways for healing mercy, Ps 103 3; Matt 9 2. However, if Solomon proved unfaithful, the nation might go into exile, and Israels enemies might destroy the temple (2 Chronicles 7:19-22). God had plans to bless them from the very beginning, and he even had contingencies in place for their lapses in obedience. By presenting the temple as a place where right sacrifice and prayer could be accepted, an opening was being provided to exchange Israels present bleak circumstances for a more positive future. The occasion was the dedication of the Temple that David had desired to build for God, but that Solomon was the one to build (1 Chron 28:3). God will forgive. He knows our weaknesses, and while he calls us to perfection, he has sent his one and only Son, Jesus Christ to save us from our sins and bring us into peace with him. 4. 22 And it shall be answered, Because they forsook the LORD God of their fathers, which brought them forth out of the land of Egypt, and laid hold on other gods, and worshipped them, and served them: therefore hath he brought all this evil upon them. God did not demand perfect obedience from Solomon. 2 Chronicles 7:14 Context. Blue Letter Bible is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. He promised to grant the petitions of the people, as Solomon had requested, if they manifested a true heart for Him ( 2 Chronicles 7:12-14 ). I could never worship other gods. After Solomon built the temple and his palace he came to the most dangerous period of his life a season after great blessing and accomplishment. The grateful return made to God for this gracious token of his favour. 13 If I shut up heaven that there be no rain, or if I command the locusts to devour the land, or if I send pestilence among my people; 14 If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land. Wisdom Literature b. I. Thus Solomon finished the house of the LORD and the kings house; and Solomon successfully accomplished all that came into his heart to make in the house of the LORD and in his own house. Regarding 2 Chronicles 7:14, it is very appropriate for any Christian to obey the spirit of this text by endeavoring to humble himself or herself, pray, seek Gods face and turn from wicked ways, trusting that God will hear, forgive and heal. If Israel disobeyed, He would chastise them so severely that the nations would be astonished at the judgment of God among His disobedient people, and they would know that the LORD has brought all this calamity on them. 2 Chronicles 7:14 - Hawker's Poor man's commentary. God expects that his people who are called by his name, if they have dishonoured his name by their iniquity, should honour it by accepting the punishment of their iniquity. And here is Solomon now still fresh with this glorious experience of the power of God demonstrated. ii. Most of these things we had before, 1 Kings 8 and 9. 1. They must be humble themselves under his hand, must pray for the removal of the judgment, must seek the face and favour of God; and yet all this will not do unless they turn from their wicked ways, and return to the God from whom they have revolted. It would be the ruin of their church. But if they responded by humbling themselves, praying, seeking Gods face and turning from their wicked ways, God would hear from heaven, forgive their sin and heal their land. When it pleased the Lord to bruise him, and put him to grief, in that he showed his good-will to men, having laid on him the iniquity of us all. Major Prophets Seek His face. The Old Testament They must humble themselves under his hand, must pray for the removal of the judgment, must seek the face and favour of God; and yet all this will not do unless they turn from their wicked ways, and return to the God from whom they have revolted. The reprover was Hanani the seer, the father of Jehu, another prophet, whom we read of 1 Kgs. Pentateuch 12. the Lord appeared to Solomon by night(See on [424]1Ki 9:1-9). a. The New Testament Wisdom Literature God would establish Solomons kingdom if he fully obeyed Gods Word (2 Chronicles 7:17-18). Each animal was ritually sacrificed and a portion was dedicated to the LORD, and a portion given to the priests and the people. He promised to answer the prayers of his people that should at any time be made in that place, 2 Chronicles 7:13-15; 2 Chronicles 7:13-15. i. God graciously gave Solomon a fresh revelation of Himself before this dangerous period. Verse 7. And as for this house, which is exalted, everyone who passes by it will be astonished and say, Why has the LORD done thus to this land and this house? Then they will answer, Because they forsook the LORD God of their fathers, who brought them out of the land of Egypt, and embraced other gods, and worshiped them and served them; therefore He has brought all this calamity on them.. And now the same thing happened as God's glory fills the temple. In this chapter we have God's answer to Solomon's prayer. That's a situation I would never forsake You, Lord." Minor Prophets 16 For now have I chosen and sanctified this house, that my name may be there for ever: and mine eyes and mine heart shall be there perpetually. #2 will humble themselves and pray and seek my face God knows that we will fall sometimes. No. Here is, I. 2. Glad and merry in heart for the goodness of God. and LXX. (2 Chronicles 7:11) Conclusion: the work successfully accomplished. Four avenues of repentance are mentioned that will lead God to forgive and restore. Minor Prophets The word unwholesome is the Greek word sapros, meaning rotten. Here it refers to speech that is likened to garbage or trash. Frankly, there is too much trash-talk on social media. And the priests attended to their services; the Levites also with instruments of the music of the LORD, which King David had made to praise the LORD, saying, For His mercy endures forever, whenever David offered praise by their ministry. The people worshipped and praised God, v. 3. Thus Solomon finished the house of the LORD and the kings house: 1 Kings 7 goes into more detail about Solomons palace. Those that begin with the service of God are likely to go on successfully in their own affairs. National repentance, prayer, and reformation, are required, 2 Chronicles 7:14; 2 Chronicles 7:14. The first is described in 1 Kings 3:5-9. The Gospels When I think of it that way, I dont know of a verse in the Bible that serves as a better guide for praying for revival than 2 Chronicles 7:14. At this point in redemptive history, the people of Abraham were the people of Yahweh, his chosen people, the people of the promise, Gods children. Salem Media Group. also Genesis 8:21; 1 Samuel 13:14; Acts 13:22). 13 If I shut up heaven that there be no rain, or if I command the locusts to devour the land, or if I send pestilence among my people; 14 If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land. The fire of God kindling the altar and the sacrifice. 4. Pray. 2 Chronicles 6:33 then may You hear from heaven, Your dwelling place, and do according to all for which the foreigner calls to You. Nay, they had reason to say, that God was good in this. The priests could not enter the house of the LORD: This repeats the occasion first described in 2 Chronicles 5:14. c. They bowed their faces to the ground on the pavement, and worshiped and praised the LORD: The people responded with a combination of reverence and worship. Jesus said that the humble tax collector, rather than the arrogant and self-righteous Pharisee went home justified. C. Is America Israel? Is it ever appropriate to take a single verse of Scripture out of its context? b. They had offered sacrifices before, but now they increased them. God expects, that if his people, who are called by his name, have dishonoured his name by their iniquity, they should honour it by accepting the punishment of their iniquity. God loves to forgive the true-hearted penitent. 3. 4 Ways the Parable of the Sower Encourages Spiritual Growth. Upon repentance, God promised to heal the land and lift the famine and infertility of the soil. The words speak to us also. The Bible says, Let no unwholesome word proceed from your mouth, but only such a word as is good for edification according to the need of the moment, so that it will give grace to those who hear (Ephesians 4:29 NASB). 2 Chronicles 7:14, KJV: If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land. 5 Things You Should Know about the ESV Bible Translation. Pauline Epistles Error: Passwords should have at least 6 characters, Error: Usernames should only contain letters, numbers, dots, dashes, or underscores. of [Note: Tremper Longman III and Raymond B. Dillard, An Introduction to the Old Testament, p. 1 Timothy 2:1-2 Pray for the king, and all in authority. This fire intimated that God was, (1.) 2 Chronicles 7:14 "If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land." Explanation and Commentary of 2 Chronicles 7:14 The consecration of the building was Gods work. 1. Jehovah, the supreme and self-existent Deity (Exodus 3:14), the God of nature, who can "shut up heaven," "command the locusts," "send pestilence" (ver. Even though it may take multiple tries to change, with the help of the Holy Spirit and Christian community, the true believer has been given what he or she needs to turn and change. The priests did their part; they waited on their offices, and the singers and musicians on theirs (v. 6), with the instruments that David made, and the hymn that David had put into their hand, as some think it may be read (meaning that 1 Chron 16 7), or, as we read it, when David praised by their ministry. And yet, (2.) General Epistles i. When and how was Israel conquered by the Assyrians? He forsook the Lord and began to worship and serve other gods. Psalm 34:8). All rights reserved. This beautiful house that you've built is going to be ruined. 2 Chronicles 7:14 teaches us that God's people are the key to real change, because they have access to the God who can do all things and who is ready and willing and able to answer their prayers. And Solomon finished the house of the LORD, and the king's house: and all that came into Solomon's heart to make in the house of the LORD, and in his own house, he prosperously effected. The second requirement for spiritual healing is hunger. If he hoped for the benefit of God's covenant with David, he must imitate the example of David. The Gospels This sanctuary would be no sanctuary to them, to protect them from the judgment of God, as they imagined, saying, The temple of the Lord are we,Jeremiah 7:4. Fire came down from heaven and consumed the burnt offering and the sacrifices, and the glory of the LORD filled the temple, The priests could not enter the house of the LORD, They bowed their faces to the ground on the pavement, and worshiped and praised the LORD, For He is good, for His mercy endures forever, The king and all the people offered sacrifices before the LORD, King Solomon offered a sacrifice of twenty-two thousand bulls and one hundred and twenty thousand sheep, The priests attended to their services; the Levites also with instruments of the music of the LORD, the bronze altar which Solomon had made was not able to receive the burnt offerings, At that time Solomon kept the feast seven days, and all Israel with him, For the good that the LORD had done for David, for Solomon, and for His people Israel, Thus Solomon finished the house of the LORD and the kings house, Solomon successfully accomplished all that came into his heart, Have chosen this place for Myself as a house of sacrifice, If My people who are called by My name will humble themselves, and pray and seek My face, Then I will hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin and heal their land, Now My eyes will be open and My ears attentive to prayer made in this place, My eyes and My heart will be there perpetually, If you walk before Me as your father David walkedthen I will establish the throne of your kingdom, walk before Me as your father David walked, But if you turn away and forsake My statutes and My commandmentsthen I will uproot them, And this house which I have sanctified for My name I will cast out of My sight, Will make it a proverb and a byword among all peoples. everyone who passes by it will be astonished, David Guzik :: Hechos 2 El Espritu Santo Es Derramado Sobre la Iglesia, David Guzik :: Hechos 9 La Conversin de Saulo de Tarso, David Guzik :: Mateo 4 La Tentacin de Jess y Su Primer Ministerio en Galilea, David Guzik :: Apocalipsis 20 Satans, el Pecado y la Muerte son Finalmente Eliminados, David Guzik :: Apocalipsis 12 La Mujer, el Nio, y el Dragn, David Guzik :: 2 Timoteo 3 Los Tiempos Peligrosos y la Preciosa Verdad, David Guzik :: 1 Samuel 28 Sal y la Adivina de Endor, Jehovah's Witnesses, Jesus and the Holy Trinity (Walter Martin), Revelation 7-9 (1982-85 Audio) (Chuck Smith), Revelation 2-3 (1982-85 Audio) (Chuck Smith), Genesis 1:1-8 (1979-82 Audio) (Chuck Smith), Revelation 10-12 (1982-85 Audio) (Chuck Smith), Psalms 71-80 (1979-82 Audio) (Chuck Smith), Clarke, Adam "Clarke's Commentary: The Holy Bible Containing the Old and New Testaments with a Commentary and Critical Notes" Volume 2 (Joshua-Esther) (New York: Eaton and Mains, 1827), Morgan, G. 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