Blessed is the man…….

King David opened up the Psalms with the declaration “Blessed is the man.” He went on to describe this man as one who delights in the Lord. The word blessed in this verse is the Hebrew word “esher” which means “a state of prosperity or happiness that comes when a superior bestows his favor upon one.” David rejoiced because he was favored or blessed by God because of his love for God’s word. When God blesses you, He empowers you to prosper in the thing which He called you to do. This blessings or favor carries with it His power to make it happen. This power works even when the enemy does his best to stop it, because the greater one dwells within you. Rejoice, because He has blessed you, and soon everyone will see the manifestation of that blessing!

Psalms 1:1 Blessed is the man………

 

Passion for the House of the Lord

King David loved the house of the Lord. He had an absolute passion for  God’s house, and for worship. In Psalms 27:4, David declared: One thing I have desired of the Lord, That will I seek: That I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, To behold the beauty of the Lord, And to inquire in His temple. Paul also encouraged believers everywhere not to forsake the assembling of ourselves (Hebrews 10:25). Church attendance is much more than just showing up. God speaks in the corporate setting. One gets ongoing mentorship, and we all get the opportunity to also minister to others. Today, King David reminds you, never be too busy that you forsake the fellowship of the saints. This is God’s design.

Psalms 23:6 (b) And I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.