Psalm 27:4 (NIV): "One thing I ask from the Lord, this only do I seek: that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to gaze on the beauty of the Lord and to seek him in his temple."
Reflection Question:
Reflect on the prayer's focus on waiting with great expectancy for Jesus to bring peace, joy, love, and hope into different aspects of our lives. Consider Psalm 27:4 and ask yourself: In what ways can I cultivate a spirit of expectancy for the presence of Jesus in the midst of chaos, sorrow, animosity, and despondency? How can the season of hopeful anticipation increase my awareness of God's beauty in unexpected places and everyday rhythms? How might I intentionally seek and dwell in the house of the Lord, gazing on His beauty and seeking Him in all aspects of my life this holiday season?
