Read 1 Kings 7 – 8
And Solomon stood before the altar of the LORD in the presence of all the congregation of Israel, and spread forth his hands toward heaven: And he said, LORD God of Israel, there is no God like thee, in heaven above, or on earth beneath, who keepest covenant and mercy with thy servants that walk before thee with all their heart. 1 Kings 8:22-23 KJV
This begins the dedication prayer of Solomon following the completion of the Temple (1 Kings 8:22-54). It is not only a big prayer in length but also recognizes the bigness of God. From it we learn about praying big prayers. We pray big prayers when we understand there is none other like the Lord God (verse 23). God is unique; He alone is God. We pray big prayers when they are based on the promises of God, because He keeps His promises (verses 24-25). When we pray based on His promises, we can pray with confidence. We can pray big because God listens to and answers our prayers (verses 26-29). Our biggest prayer will not be for things, or great accomplishments. Our biggest prayer will be to ask God to forgive sins committed by others and ourselves. This is big praying because it is wholly dependant on God’s work in our behalf (verses 30-54).
Lord, I know that big praying does not start with me; it starts with who You are and how You work in my life. Help me to know You better and trust You more that my praying might be bigger.
