Sand And Stars By Covenant WorshipMfano

[The video portion of this devotional is not available on your device. To view this video, visit your plan at www.Bible.com] Gate of Heaven I've had some incredible experiences in worship where it seemed all of Heaven came pouring into the room, the air almost too thick to breathe. Years ago, in one of these moments I stumbled upon this passage, “SURELY THE LORD IS IN THIS PLACE AND I DID NOT KNOW IT. THIS IS NONE OTHER THAN THE HOUSE OF GOD, THE GATE OF HEAVEN.” There were no better words to describe the moment I was experiencing. I've used the passage over the years to help define my own personal journey as I encountered His' presence.  Jacob was outside under the stars sleeping on a stone. He said, this is THE HOUSE OF GOD. It had nothing to do with windows, walls or doors. No stain glass windows, or high-tech media screens. Just an Open heaven, Angels going up and Angels going down, and a doorway that led from the natural into the supernatural. Or maybe the other way around. An entrance for the Divine to come visit with flesh and blood. "What is man that Thou are mindful of him, or the son of man that you visit him? For You have made him a little lower than the angels...” Psalms 8:4-5 Again, the mention of Angels.  This was the first time in all of scripture where THE HOUSE OF GOD is mentioned. And by definition, it was a place where the heavens were open, and there was angelic activity. So the first verse of this song is about Jacob and his perspective.  Wandering heart Searching for promise Fast asleep under the stars  Had a dream The heavens were open  Could this be the house of God The second verse becomes personal. Bringing this idea to the 21st century, to the here and now: Here we are  With anticipation In pursuit of who You are In crowded rooms Or wide open spaces I know Heaven's not that far Surely the Lord is here Here in this place, here in this place Then the bridge gives me the most incredible opportunity providing words to describe the glory of God encounters: I have found the gate Of Heaven  I can see an open door I can hear my Father calling, Come! The atmosphere is breaking open Young and old  Rich or poor Everyone will see Your Kingdom come!