Tobias, who recently turned 3, loves to go to church. He cries when he isnt able to attend. Each week when he arrives for the childrens program of Bible stories, games, singing, and dinner, he runs into the building and enthusiastically announces to the leaders and other children: Lets get this party started! The Lord must smile at this childs excitement about being in what he thinks is Gods house.
The author of Psalm 84, one of the sons of Korah, also had a love for Gods house. Some commentators have speculated that for a time he, a temple singer, was unable to go to the templeeither because of sickness or circumstances. So as he wrote this psalm, his soul was especially longing and crying out to be in the courts of the Lord (v.2). He believed that one day of worship in Gods house gave more satisfaction than a thousand days spent anywhere else (v.10).
Theres something special about praising God together with His people, and we should take every opportunity we can to do so. But if we cant, like the psalmist, we can still express our love for the living God and our longing to know Him (v.2). The Lord is pleased and well be blessed when our hearts desire is to be with Him and His people.
Beautiful collage of God’s creations, Dolly!
Thank you for your beautiful collage, Dolly. Thinking of you and praying for better days.