[Lord, You have been our dwelling place in all generations…from
everlasting to everlasting Psalm
90:1-2
During this season of reflection and renewal, join me, and let's
explore God’s Presence, our dwelling place. Are you dwelling in the presence of
God? ~ Donna Howell Oswalt]
a
temple where you can go to adore Him incessantly.”
Brother Lawrence
“The God who made the world and everything in
it, being Lord of heaven and earth, does not live in temples made by man, nor
is He served by human hands, as though He needed anything, since He Himself
gives to all mankind life and breath and everything.”
Acts 17:24-25 ESV
To effectively spread
the Gospel, understanding the cultural language is of great importance. Paul
brings the message of Christ to Athens, Greece, a great center of culture and
philosophy. Greek intellectuals frequently challenge each other. In an attempt
to introduce the Gospel message, Paul reaches into their world of curiosity and
idols, uses common language, and draws them into his story. Starting in the
marketplace, the Greeks take Paul to their official court, and there he
preaches the Good News. While there are some who mock Paul, some walk away
unsure, but others believe. The Holy Spirit breathes new life into those whose
faith confesses Jesus as Redeemer.
As Christians, we
find great comfort in knowing that God chooses us, forgives us, and calls us
through Christ. God marks us as His own with the Holy Spirit. Ephesians says, “The Spirit is God’s guarantee the He will
give us everything He promised and that He has purchased us to be His own
people.” Whether we encounter opposing philosophies or cultural apostasy,
the Promises of God always remain. El
Shaddai, You are the Great I AM, the All Sufficient One who chooses me! Through Your Promises, I
discover my identity in Christ. Your Spirit breathes new life into me, creating
a spiritual temple within me. Count me alive in Christ. Praises keep rising to
You! – dho
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blessed by the Lord Who loves you best!”
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