In what ways can we make God our "dwelling place" in daily life? Setting the Stage: Our Dwelling Place in Scripture Psalm 90:1 — “Lord, You have been our dwelling place through all generations.” The psalmist doesn’t picture God as a weekend cabin or an occasional refuge; He is the everyday address of His people. Living in Him is meant to be normal life, not an emergency plan. Living Out the Truth: Practical Ways to Abide • Begin each morning by consciously “moving in” — verbally acknowledge, “Lord, today I live in You.” • Keep a running conversation with Him throughout the day (1 Thessalonians 5:17). Speak and listen in real time. • Filter decisions through His Word. Before reacting, pause and ask, “Does this align with Scripture?” (Psalm 119:105). • Memorize short verses that remind you where you live (e.g., John 15:4; Psalm 91:1). Repeat them when stress rises. • End the day by reviewing where you sensed His presence and where you wandered. Confess, thank, realign (1 John 1:9). Guarding the Door: Avoiding Substitute Shelters • Self-reliance — looks sturdy, collapses under pressure (Proverbs 3:5-6). • Entertainment overload — numbs rather than shelters (Ephesians 5:15-17). • Relationships — blessings, but not foundations (Jeremiah 17:5-8). Recognizing counterfeit dwellings helps you stay home in God. Encouragement from Other Passages • Psalm 91:9-10 — “Because you have made the LORD your dwelling—my refuge, the Most High—no evil will befall you…” • John 15:5 — “I am the vine; you are the branches… apart from Me you can do nothing.” • Colossians 3:3 — “For you died, and your life is now hidden with Christ in God.” These verses confirm that abiding is both safety and fruitfulness. A Daily Checklist: Habits that Keep Us at Home in God 1. Word — read, meditate, obey (Joshua 1:8). 2. Worship — praise aloud, sing, thank (Psalm 34:1). 3. Prayer — petition and listening (Philippians 4:6-7). 4. Fellowship — gather with believers who point you to Him (Hebrews 10:24-25). 5. Obedience — quick, joyful response to His commands (John 14:21). 6. Rest — trust His sovereignty; refuse anxious striving (Matthew 11:28-30). Closing Reflection Making God your dwelling place isn’t another task on the list; it’s the location where every task happens. When you treat Him as your permanent address, security, purpose, and joy flow naturally, and every room of life is filled with His presence. |
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