How can we create a "sanctuary" for God in our daily lives today? His Desire to Dwell “ ‘And they are to make a sanctuary for Me, so that I may dwell among them.’ ” (Exodus 25:8) God’s longing to live among His people did not end in the wilderness. Through Christ and the gift of the Spirit, He now indwells every believer (1 Corinthians 6:19). Our call is to give Him undivided, consecrated space in everyday life. A Heart Prepared • Repent quickly when the Spirit convicts (1 John 1:9). • Surrender every hidden corner—ambitions, habits, emotions (Psalm 139:23-24). • Cultivate gratitude; praise invites His felt presence (Psalm 22:3). Consecrating Your Schedule • Begin the day with Scripture meditation before engaging any screen (Psalm 5:3). • Insert short “Selah” pauses—two-minute breaks to acknowledge Him (Proverbs 3:6). • Guard Sabbath rhythm; set aside weekly time for worship and rest (Exodus 20:8-11). Purifying Your Environment • Remove media, décor, or music that grieves the Spirit (Ephesians 4:30). • Display visible reminders of His Word—verse cards, playlists of worship (Deuteronomy 6:9). • Keep shared spaces free of clutter; order reflects His character (1 Corinthians 14:33). Practicing Ongoing Communion • Pray “on every occasion” (Ephesians 6:18), turning tasks into dialogue with Him. • Sing hymns or spiritual songs while driving, cooking, or exercising (Colossians 3:16). • Journal moments of guidance and answered prayer to stay alert to His nearness. Living as a Walking Sanctuary • Offer your body “a living sacrifice” (Romans 12:1); treat health and sexuality as holy ground. • Express Christlike kindness in conversations; speech becomes incense (Ephesians 4:29). • Serve others; each act of love hosts His presence (Matthew 25:40). Guarding Holiness Together • Meet regularly with other believers for exhortation (Hebrews 10:24-25). • Invite accountability that protects purity and faithfulness (Proverbs 27:17). • Celebrate communion and baptism, physical reminders that He dwells among His people (1 Corinthians 11:26). Anticipating His Dwelling Forever God’s blueprint in Exodus points to the ultimate reality: “The dwelling place of God is with man” (Revelation 21:3). As we build a daily sanctuary now, we taste the joy of that coming day and reflect His glory to a watching world. |
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