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Listen "#181 | The Rise and Fall of King Solomon: Man of Rest"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode, we explore the theme of rest through the figure of Solomon, whom God calls a Man of Rest in 1 Chronicles 22:5-10. Unlike his father David—a man of war, conflict, and tension—Solomon’s identity as a man of rest uniquely qualified him to build the temple, the place where God's presence would dwell among His people. This connects to Deuteronomy 12:1-11, where God promises Israel that they will one day experience rest from their enemies, allowing them to establish a central place of worship.But Solomon’s rest ultimately points us to someone greater—Jesus. In Matthew 11:25-30, Jesus invites all who are weary and burdened to come to Him for true rest. Unlike David, who was caught in the tensions of war, or Solomon, whose rest eventually unraveled, Jesus perfectly embodied rest by remaining connected with the Father, even in the midst of conflict with the religious leaders.As we close, we reflect on how Jesus models for us what it means to rest in the Father. In a world filled with tension, striving, and spiritual battles, He calls us to receive His yoke—His way of life—so that we too may experience the deep, abiding rest that comes from living in communion with God.Join us as we uncover the connection between Solomon’s rest, God’s promise to Israel, and the ultimate rest we find in Jesus.Key Passages:Deuteronomy 12:1-111 Chronicles 22:5-10Matthew 11:25-30Joshua said to have been given rest - Joshua 21:44David said to have been given rest - 2 Samuel 7:1Explainer Video on how to use www.biblehub.com and www.blueletterbible.orgLeave us a question or comment at our website podcast page.* Intro Music: "Admirable" Carlos Herrera Music
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