Home Blessing The concept of a house blessing
isn't new. Moses talked about writing God's commands on our doorframes and our gates in Deuteronomy
6:9. In fact, many Christian traditions have used the house blessing for centuries. But while these formal house blessings
are typically performed by a priest or by a pastor, anyone can invite God to be part of a family dwelling. It can be a quiet
occasion, or a new take on a housewarming party. Either way, a house blessing will help your family feel settled in your new
abode. That
sense of home is especially important for children. According to Carol Burge, a marriage and family counselor in suburban
Chicago, children look at their home differently when it is set apart by prayer. She says, "Children need their home
to be a place of refuge from the world. A house blessing reminds them that the Holy Spirit is present in every room of their
house." See
the following Bible Verses Unless
the LORD builds the house, its builders labor in vain. Psalm 127:1
By
wisdom a house is built, and through understanding it is established; through knowledge its rooms are filled with rare
and beautiful treasures. Proverbs 24:3-4
The
LORD bless you and keep you; the LORD make his face shine upon you and be gracious to you; the LORD turn his face
toward you and give you peace. Numbers 6:24-26
Do
not forget to entertain strangers, for by so doing some people have entertained angels without knowing it. Hebrews
13:2
(God said), "Now my eyes will be open and my ears
attentive to the prayers offered in this place. I have chosen and consecrated this temple so that my Name may be there forever.
My eyes and my heart will always be there." 2 Chronicles 7:15-16
Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in
and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moth and rust do not destroy, and where thieves do not break
in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. Matthew 6:19-21
(Jesus said), "Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door,
I will come in and eat with him, and he with me." Revelation 3:20 |