Peaceful Dwelling Places

 Isaiah 32-35; James 2 

“The fruit of righteousness will be peace; the effect of righteousness will be quietness and confidence forever. My people will live in peaceful dwelling places, in secure homes, in undisturbed places of rest.”

Isaiah 32:17, 18

Some homes we enter are marked by a peace that is almost tangible. It is not the absence of noise, but rather, the peace of God’s presence. That peace comes from righteousness which only comes from God in response to our faith in Christ. The angels of God encamp around those who fear him and belong to him. They are around us now, establishing and maintaining a peaceful perimeter as in the dwelling places of God’s people. The presence of the Lord in our lives, and his peace in our homes, is more valuable than a home renovation or makeover. God’s peace is more valuable than the latest furniture. When our homes are marked by peace and spiritual security, they become undisturbed places of rest where we can be restored. Our homes can become places of renewal, where guests find refreshment and peaceful rest. This is God’s invitation to those seeking peace.

Does this righteousness and peace describe your home?

“Lord Jesus, I give you our home and invite you to fill it with your peace and presence, for your glory.”