he building of Solomon's temple. (1-10) Promise given
concerning the temple. (11-14) Particulars respecting the
temple. (15-38)
Verses 1-10: The temple is called the house of the Lord, because it was
directed and modelled by him, and was to be employed in his
service. This gave it the beauty of holiness, that it was the
house of the Lord, which was far beyond all other beauties. It
was to be the temple of the God of peace, therefore no iron tool
must be heard; quietness and silence suit and help religious
exercises. God's work should be done with much care and little
noise. Clamour and violence often hinder, but never further the
work of God. Thus the kingdom of God in the heart of man grows
up in silence, (Mr 5:27).
Verses 11-14: None employ themselves for God, without having his eye
upon them. But God plainly let Solomon know that all the charge
for building this temple, would neither excuse from obedience to
the law of God, nor shelter from his judgments, in case of
disobedience.
Verses 15-38: See what was typified by this temple. 1. Christ is the
true Temple. In him dwells all the fulness of the Godhead; in
him meet all God's spiritual Israel; through him we have access
with confidence to God. 2. Every believer is a living temple, in
whom the Spirit of God dwells, (1Co 3:16). This living temple is
built upon Christ as its Foundation, and will be perfect in due
time. 3. The gospel church is the mystical temple. It grows to a
holy temple in the Lord, enriched and beautified with the gifts
and graces of the Spirit. This temple is built firm, upon a
Rock. 4. Heaven is the everlasting temple. There the church will
be fixed. All that shall be stones in that building, must, in
the present state of preparation, be fitted and made ready for
it. Let sinners come to Jesus as the living Foundation, that
they may be built on him, a part of this spiritual house,
consecrated in body and soul to the glory of God.
he building of Solomon's temple. (1-10) Promise given
concerning the temple. (11-14) Particulars respecting the
temple. (15-38)