Greatly Blessed: Dwelling With God

We’re doing a Bible study of Psalm 84 this month called Greatly Blessed: Dwelling With God. When we dwell with God, we are blessed. What might all of this look like? Especially in trying times? Join us to find out! 

We all know that every life has seasons of joy and gladness. But there are also seasons of pain, suffering, and trials.

Where Do We Go When Troubles Come?

That’s a big, but important question. And interestingly, our reactions to crises, regardless of type, reveal much about our theology.

I believe our trials have a unique opportunity to shape us into Christlikeness. As Jesus suffered for us, He kept joy set before Him. This is how He endured the cross! (Hebrews 12:2) The joy of the Lord is our strength (Nehemiah 8:10) and by dwelling with Him, we are made strong and joyful.

“While other worldviews lead us to sit in the midst of life’s joys, foreseeing the coming sorrows, Christianity empowers its people to sit in the midst of this world’s sorrows, tasting the coming joy.” -Timothy Keller

“What comes into our minds when we think about God is the most important thing about us.” – A.W. Tozer

A solid theology always serves us well in life, but especially keeps us anchored to Jesus when the storms of life rock our boats.

The Bible Instructs Us!

God has not left us to wander through trials alone– the Comforter, the Holy Spirit, dwells in our hearts to strengthen and guide us. God has also left us the incredible gift of His holy Word for our encouragement and instruction.

By drawing near to God over the pages of His Word, our faith can mature, growing in the grace and knowledge of Jesus Christ. (2 Peter 3:18)

It’s no secret that when we dwell with God, we are blessed. But why? How? And what might all of this look like? Especially in trying times?

All this month on the blog we’ll be looking at Psalm 84. This beautiful Psalm serves as an excellent reminder that those who dwell with God are blessed! We’ll examine it closely, aiming to answer some questions and make practical application as we dwell with God together.

Join us!

Blessings in Christ,
Ali