“A Building of God” – Sandra Fischer
Unless the LORD builds the house, they labor in vain who build it - Psalm 127:1a (NASB)
After retirement, we moved to a new community and built a new house. When the foundation and framework appeared, I saw a blessing from God that I wanted to acknowledge. Using a marker, I inscribed cement bases and wood studs with Bible verses:
Doorpost - As for me and my house, we will serve the LORD. Joshua 24:15
Living Room – Practice hospitality Romans 12:13
Kitchen – Give us this day our daily bread Matthew 6:11
Pantry – My food is to do Your will John 4:34
Dining Room – Taste and see that the LORD is good Psalm 34:8
Laundry Room – If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and cleanse us with all righteousness 1 John 1:9
Sun Room – The sun of righteousness will rise with healing in his wings Malachi 4:2
Bedrooms – Come to me all you who are weary and heavy laden and I will give you rest Matthew 11:28
Baths – Wash me and I will be whiter than snow Psalm 51:7
Stairway – Let us keep in step with the Spirit Galatians 5:25
Study – Blessed are those who find wisdom, those who gain understanding Proverbs 3:13
After the house was finished, I kept a copy of the verses tucked in my Bible. Whenever I read them, I am overcome with gratitude for the home God provided. More so, I am grateful for the house He is building in me through the presence of the Holy Spirit and to which these verses also apply.
Lord, may Your presence in my house and in me be a dwelling place that will glorify You.
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