Title
Which Do You Desire, a House Or a Home?
Scripture
The curse of the Lord is on the house of the wicked, but He blesses the home of the just.
(Proverbs 3:33)
Devotional
The cursed of the Lord live in houses; while the blessed live in homes. There is a great difference between a house and a home. Here in Proverbs that difference is evident. A house without the peace of God is a cursed house, no matter how grand that house may be. On the other hand, a home with the peace of God is blessed, no matter how humble that home may be. In which do you live? In which would you rather live? The answer, I hope, is obvious to you---a home. A blessed home is a byproduct of a blessed life. A life committed to Christ will occupy a home that is likewise blessed. A life void of Christ will live in a house that will be no more than a curse to its residents. A house can be turned into a home by simply inviting Christ to be the head of it. His desire is to bless your family in your home. Dare to declare, as did Joshua, “But as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.”
Text For The Day
Proverbs 3:33: The curse of the Lord is on the house of the wicked, but He blesses the home of the just.
Thought For The Day
“In domestic affairs I defer to Katie. Otherwise, I am led by the Holy Ghost.” Martin Luther. Martin Luther—The Later Years and Legacy
Questions To Ponder
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Is the place you live a home or a house?
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What makes a house into a home or a home into a house?
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Does the quality of the structure have anything to do with the character of the home?
Morning Study Guide
Definition: The two terms used “house” and “home” are two different Hebrew words. The first (house, Hebrew bayith) is simply a shelter from the elements. The second (home, Hebrew naveh) comes with the connotation of a pleasant dwelling place.
Reference: “In the house of the righteous there is much treasure, But in the revenue of the wicked is trouble,” Proverbs 15:6
Application: Decide which has the precedence: your house or your home. Invest in them wisely.