Psalm 23.6
There is a longing placed in every person. This is a longing to dwell somewhere; a place to stay; a family to call our own. A home we will call the dwelling.
Many wander from place to place seeking that dwelling. The dwelling is a place of peace and quiet rest for their weary souls.
Mistakenly we project upon the 23rd that David is speaking of the heavenly dwelling. It appears at first read; and this because he speaks in terms that sound like eternity; that David is speaking of heavenly rest. However, David has something closure to him in mind.
The dwelling can be found right now. The dwelling is the Lord’s house (or the house that the Lord possesses). It is not so much a place as it is a person.
Our longed for dwelling is Jesus Christ. He provides the plentiful pasture and the gentle water. It is He, our Dwelling, which restores, renews, and refreshes us. Oh yes – our Dwelling is with us in the darkest days and the deepest dangers. He even delights in loving us in front of the wicked!
Heaven is a reality and Christ – followers you will know it one day. But the Dwelling is yours now!
Only goodness and faithful love will pursue me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord as long as I live.
Always Enthusiastic,
Dr. Rusty Newman
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