The throne is handed on to Solomon by David. This is seen as part of
the ongoing purpose of God: “Praise the Lord God of Israel who has let
me see the heir to my throne” (1 Kings 1:48). The kingship was given to
Solomon by “the Lord” (1 Kings 2:15) - “The Lord set me on my father
David’s throne ... As He promised” (1 Kings 2:24). When we read the
history of the kings of Israel, it is important that we do not lose
sight of this spiritual dimension. This is more than the story of men.
It’s the story of God’s dealings with His people.
“At the dedication of the wall of Jerusalem”, the keynote of the service was joyful thanksgiving. They gathered together “to celebrate joyfully the dedication with songs of thanksgiving” (Nehemiah 12:27). “On that day they offered great sacrifices, rejoicing because God had given them great joy” (Nehemiah 12:43). They sang “songs of praise and thanksgiving to God” (Nehemiah 12:46). This joyful thanksgiving is only a foretaste of the greater joy and thanksgiving of heaven: “There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away” (Revelation 21:4). In the city of God, “the glory of God” will be shining with everlasting brightness (Revelation 21:23). The Church of God will be “prepared as a bride beautifully dressed for her husband” (Revelation 21:2). The beautiful picture of the godly wife in Proverbs 31 gives us an outline of what God is seeking to do in His people. It is summarized in Proverbs 31:30: “A woman who fears the Lord is to be
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