Sun.’s Devo - The Temple of the Holy Spirit

Read: 1 Chronicles 28:1-29:30; Romans 5:6-21; Psalm 15:1-5; Proverbs 19:18-19 David’s reign in Jerusalem was a picture of Jesus life on earth. They were both 33 years. Solomon’s reign is a picture of not only Jesus’s reign in the Millenium but his reign right now in heaven. What Jesus did on earth qualified him to reign in heaven as the King of Kings forever. We are gathering gold and silver and all the things of the kingdom here on earth to build our kingdom in heaven. In other words, we learn wisdom, obedience, love, trust, obedience, patience, kindness, forgiveness, etc. and these turn to gold, silver, precious stones, and all the building material needed in heaven to build our mansions in heaven. We fight spiritually now, just like Jesus did when he was on this earth, but one day we will be able to enjoy the fruits of our labor. David encouraged Solomon to be strong and courageous and not to be afraid or discouraged for the Lord God was with him. He gives us the same encouragement. He will not fail us for forsake us. He will see to it that all the work related to the Temple of the Lord is finished correctly. We are the building of the Lord and the temple of the Lord is within us. Our temple is to honor God’s holy name. In Romans, we learn that Adam was a symbol of the Christ to come. Sin entered through Adam when he chose to sin. Jesus chose to become sin for us so that his sacrifice could atone for our sin. Through the power of the blood of Jesus we are saved from the penalty of sin which was death. Now, we have eternal life through Jesus, our perfect lamb. Lord, thank you for becoming the atonement for our sins and giving us salvation. May you examine our hearts and rejoice when you find integrity there. Help us to always want to obey all your commands, laws, and decrees, and to do everything necessary to build your Temple within us.