Solomon made petitions to the LORD as he dedicated the temple.

First, he asked the LORD to keep his promise to David and bless his house from generation to generation (16). He did not doubt God's promise but made a bold petition based on his confidence that he had carefully followed God’s instructions. The promise of God was also an assurance to him that God would be faithful and bless him, as he was faithful in keeping the instructions.

Second, he asked the LORD to hear their cry and prayer with mercy as they prayed toward the temple (19). Solomon understood that God would show mercy to them as they turned to Him for salvation. This petition prompted his people to turn to God in times of trouble, rather than looking for salvation elsewhere. The house of God would be the place the people would pray toward, with an earnestness (21) to receive the reward from heaven, the forgiveness of their sins.

It was amazing grace that the people of Israel had access to God, and Solomon prayed for his people to continue living in such a state of grace.
Application: Father, thank you for the grace that enables us to come to you in prayer. I examine my heart before you and ask for your mercy and forgiveness today.
One Word: God hears and forgives