Theme: Reestablishing the covenant

Exegetical Note
This selection is from the closing benediction of Solomon's prayer at the dedication of his temple. In it he prays, on the one hand, that God continue to be present and to enable the people to keep the covenant, and, on the other hand, that the people be completely faithful to God. The passage reminds us that days of national celebration and thanksgiving are great opportunities to reestablish a people's covenant with God.

Call to Worship
Leader: Let us give thanks to God with all our hear…