SHUSH!

READING: 1 KINGS 6:1-9

Verse 7: “And the temple, when it was being built, was built with stone finished at the quarry, so that no hammer or chisel or any iron tool was heard in the temple while it was being built.”

Today’s verse relates a fact about the construction of the temple under Solomon’s rule. Because the temple was to be the Lord’s dwelling place, he wanted it to be built using the uttermost care, respect and dignity. Therefore, he wanted to prevent loud and noxious noises from taking place at the construction site. He believed that quietness was a proper way to demonstrate reverence for the temple of God, even as it was still being built. 1 Corinthians 6:19 informs we who are Believers, that our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit. These temples are under construction as we are being matured, sanctified and perfected unto the Lord. For these human temples also, reverent quietness before the Lord is appropriate. There are times when quietness is the proper mode in which to respect and honor His holiness. This is an expectation that is very directly established by our Lord God Himself. He has commanded His people as follows, “Be still and know that I am God...” We should not take before the Lord what needs to be done away from Him. That’s a thought – about God’s Word.

RESPONSE

1. What is inappropriately taken before the Lord most frequently these days?

2. Where do you stand regarding quietness before God?