2 Chronicles 2:6 · KJV
"But who is able to build him an house, seeing the heaven and heaven of heavens cannot contain him? who am I then, that I should build him an house, save only to burn sacrifice before him?"
King James Version
What does 2 Chronicles 2:6 mean? →Passage Context
4Behold, I build an house to the name of the LORD my God, to dedicate it to him, and to burn before him sweet incense, and for the continual shewbread, and for the burnt offerings morning and evening, on the sabbaths, and on the new moons, and on the solemn feasts of the LORD our God. This is an ordinance for ever to Israel.
5And the house which I build is great: for great is our God above all gods.
6But who is able to build him an house, seeing the heaven and heaven of heavens cannot contain him? who am I then, that I should build him an house, save only to burn sacrifice before him?
7Send me now therefore a man cunning to work in gold, and in silver, and in brass, and in iron, and in purple, and crimson, and blue, and that can skill to grave with the cunning men that are with me in Judah and in Jerusalem, whom David my father did provide.
8Send me also cedar trees, fir trees, and algum trees, out of Lebanon: for I know that thy servants can skill to cut timber in Lebanon; and, behold, my servants shall be with thy servants,
Reflection Questions
1
How does recognizing God's greatness affect your view of your own abilities?
2
What does it mean for you to serve God in humility?
3
When have you felt overwhelmed by the task of serving God?
Life Application
humility
Acknowledge your limitations and seek God's guidance in your endeavors.
service
Consider how you can serve God with the talents you have, regardless of their perceived size.
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