[The Lord appeared to Solomon upon the completion of the temple and said,] “If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then will I hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and will heal their land.” —2 Chronicles 7:14.
Concerned people use this passage in our day when discussing the problems with nations, governments, and leaders needing to repent. Let’s remember that its most complete application must find its home in physical Israel, in us, and in our churches as “the Israel of God” (Galatians 3:26-29; 6:16; Romans 9:6-9). We can begin revival in our land, churches, and groups if we humbly commit to daily prayer, seeking God’s presence in our world as we turn away from wickedness and seek God’s forgiveness.