Unless the LORD builds the house, its builders labor in vain. Unless the LORD watches over the city, the watchmen stand guard in vain. Psalm 127:1 (Psalm 72 and 127)
Solomon wrote lyrics for over a thousand songs, but only two are preserved, Psalm 72, which refers to his visit from the Queen of Sheba and alludes to a kingdom greater than any so far known, and 127, a song of ascent.
Broken into two parts, Psalm 127 talks of building the temple, then the family. At the heart of God’s desire for each of us is that we worship and exist in functional family relationships. These things are not accomplished through man’s effort, but by allowing God to guide and provide.
Solomon’s end did not turn out the way it should have. All the wisdom in the world couldn’t stop him from turning from his adoration, to idolatry, but he did discover all things earthly are empty without God. The human race can be demanding and manipulative, and in the process we destroy our blessing and the Master Builder’s opportunity to work His miraculous plan. Put down your hammer and let God be God today.
Love,
Gretchen