Where I Live

Where are you living? Please note, I did not ask, “What is your address?”

For the Old Testament believer, God had an address. He lived in the Tent of Meeting on Mount Zion in Jerusalem. Later, this was the location of the great temple built by Solomon.

The entire psalm is based on the premise that we can live in the presence of God. Why else would the psalmist ask, “Lord, who may dwell in your sacred tent? Who may live on your holy mountain?”

It would appear that wherever we are, it is possible for us to live our life in the conscious presence of the Lord. What an awesome privilege!

But how is that possible? On an intellectual level, this is a no-brainer. God is present everywhere. We are continually living our lives in full view of an omnipresent God.

Am I always aware of his presence? No, not always.

What can I do to change that? The psalmist lists some requirements for living in the Lord’s presence. Apparently, God is vitally concerned with the way we walk out our life of faith - the words we speak, and our interactions with neighbours and friends. The list of requirements is all about practical day to day living, being true to our word, loving our neighbour, and being generous to those in need.

The day is coming when I will meet the Lord face to face. Do I see him in the face of my neighbour?

Respond in Prayer

Heavenly Father, I don’t want to come for an occasional visit. I want to live in your presence now and in eternity. Today, help me interact with others with the knowledge that you are watching every thought, word and action. I’m living, Lord, with you. Amen.

David Kitz

Unless otherwise indicated, all Scripture quotations are taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version® (NIV®).