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Devotional - 03rd Aug 2021

 'Lord, who shall abide in thy tabernacle? Who shall dwell in thy holy hill?'
(Psalm 15:1).

We have been granted the privilege to enter into the presence of the Lord and abide in Him, through faith. As a born again believer, our lives should reflect Christ, that we may be worthy to dwell in the house of the Lord. Whether through personal or corporate worship we must praise and glorify, the Father.  We must exhibit honest, sincere and godly integrity in every aspect of our lives. David was considered a man after God's own heart by God, not because he hadn't sin, but because he trusted the Lord. He knew too well what it was like to sin against God, and was therefore, able to acknowledge these attributes and give guidance that we should be truthful in our hearts and to walk uprightly and live godly. That include not backbiting nor do evil against our neighbours; nor to lend money with usury; or accept bribe against the innocent.  All these attributes David alluded to is a qualification towards dwelling in the holy hill of the Lord forever. Let us seek to serve God obediently, develop a good reputation as we live and speak truthfully, allowing the Holy Spirit to  transform us as we abide in Christ. We have all sin and come short of the glory of God!  It is only as we have a right relationship with the Lord, and by faith believe in Jesus Christ as the Son of God and Saviour of our life; our Redeemer and Judge, that we can be worthy to live in the presence of God. As you reflect on the questions David asked in this passage, ask the Holy Spirit to work on your heart to transform you, that you'll be worthy to dwell in the presence of God forever.

Have a wonderful day

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