Psalm 27 - Happy New Year!

December 28, 2015 Monday Message:

“One thing I ask … that I may dwell in the house of the Lord.” from Psalms 27:4a

Christianity can be simple, or Christianity can be complicated. Denominations and individual churches come up with rules, regulations, systems and procedures that seem good and meet their needs, but really have nothing to do with salvation.

We have men’s and women’s groups, youth groups, leadership teams and committee meetings; mission and outreach teams, little kids, middle kids, young adult groups and a senior’s luncheon - none of which are in the Bible.

Don’t misunderstand - fellowship with other Christians is good. Everyone puts on their church “nice.” You can’t get into a lot of “worldly” trouble at church. It’s a safe place to hang out. But just showing up at church and serving on a committee won’t get you into heaven.

And isn’t that what we all really want, to see heaven from the inside? That’s what David asked in Psalm 27, to dwell in the house of the Lord.

If we come before God, confess our sinful nature and claim Jesus as our savior, our redeemer, He has assured us a place in his kingdom. It’s that simple. It would be a great way to begin this New Year. 

Jesus said to his followers, “My Father’s house has many rooms. I will go there and prepare a place for you.”

Maybe we’ll get to meet David! Happy New Year!

Norton Lawellin

Let’s worship together! Jesus in the City Fellowship (JICF) gathers at 10 a.m. every Sunday in the North end (gym) of the Oliver Ministry Building, 2647 Bloomington Ave., Minneapolis. This Sunday, Jan. 3, 2016, Jesus continues growing up, Luke 2:41-52. See you at church!