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1 Kings 8:43 · KJV

"Hear thou in heaven thy dwelling place, and do according to all that the stranger calleth to thee for: that all people of the earth may know thy name, to fear thee, as do thy people Israel; and that they may know that this house, which I have builded, is called by thy name."

King James Version

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Passage Context

41Moreover concerning a stranger, that is not of thy people Israel, but cometh out of a far country for thy name's sake;
42(For they shall hear of thy great name, and of thy strong hand, and of thy stretched out arm;) when he shall come and pray toward this house;
43Hear thou in heaven thy dwelling place, and do according to all that the stranger calleth to thee for: that all people of the earth may know thy name, to fear thee, as do thy people Israel; and that they may know that this house, which I have builded, is called by thy name.
44If thy people go out to battle against their enemy, whithersoever thou shalt send them, and shall pray unto the LORD toward the city which thou hast chosen, and toward the house that I have built for thy name:
45Then hear thou in heaven their prayer and their supplication, and maintain their cause.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you view God's relationship with people outside your faith?

2

What does it mean for you to be a witness to others?

3

When have you seen God work in the lives of those who do not believe?

Life Application

relationships

Engage with people from different backgrounds and share your faith story. Be a bridge for others to know God.

outreach

Consider participating in community service or missions that reach out to diverse groups, reflecting God's love to all.

Places in This Verse

this house

Refers to the temple built by Solomon, a central place of worship for the Israelites.

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