Scripture: Psalm 127:1
Unless the Lord builds the house, those who build it labor in vain…
Thought for the Day: I have watched people take these words literally – sitting back and waiting for the Lord to do the work. “Come on, Lord, build this house! Do your magic! Make it so…” I don’t believe that is exactly what was meant with these words of scripture. The author of the Psalm was not suggesting a passive faith, but simply a faith that looks to God for direction and empowerment. Each time I have done a Habitat for Humanity workday, I have worked alongside some amazing builders and skilled individuals. That is not where my gifts are found. I did not go to the worksite and say to the builders and contractors, “Build the house! Do your thing! Make it happen…” I ask, “So what can I do?” Each time, the Habitat Foreman or Forewoman got a sense of what I could do and then made me useful. Know that God has already sized you up, knows your skills, and will make you useful in the ways of love and mercy – the real brick and mortar of God’s house.
Prayer: O Lord, you are the builder of the house…yet we know you seek our assistance as co-workers in this good work. Encourage us in whatever we can do. Amen.
TODAY’S WORSHIP
