1 Kings 9 – The Lord and His house

God will trash His house if Israel abandons Him. The real passion the Lord has is for the people not the Temple. The Lord loves His people; if the people turn away, why would God stay? Again, the real issue is about faithfulness to the Lord – not buildings as simply buildings. Yes, the things of life are important to the Lord, but only as a means, not as an end. There are things I have that are good, but God will rip them out to get my attention. Sadly, all that God tells Solomon come to pass. Oh that our hearts would be inclined to the Lord!