Pastor’s Pen

 
          We have all seen the little signs about what makes a house a home.  Even some that say, “home is where you park it” for those that enjoy an RV.  I recently saw one with “Family is what makes a house a home”. These are all wonderful signs that we display and show the affection for and the importance of the home and the family that dwells there.  The people of God first made a house for God to dwell in a tent. Later, a magnificent temple was constructed in Jerusalem. Now, we have places of worship to allow the local congregations to come together and worship God.  These are not for God to dwell there. God has chosen not to sit in an empty building but in the hearts of men that trust in Him. What a privilege to have such an inhabitant in us! Just as the house is not a home without inhabitants, men are not Christian without God in their temple.  May we ever thank Him for dwelling in us!