Blessings of God

The Blessing of Hosting God’s Presence

Obed-Edom wasn’t a famous prophet, king, or warrior. He was not even a priest or someone whom this world considers a “man of God”. He was just an ordinary man whose home became the resting place of God’s presence — the Ark of the Covenant. And because of that, his entire household was blessed.

The Bible doesn’t detail what those blessings were, but we can imagine — his family thrived, his work prospered, and there was joy, peace, and harmony in his home. Where God’s presence dwells, blessing naturally flows.

When God Is Present in a Home

When God is truly present in a home, His peace rules. You feel it the moment you walk in — there’s warmth, laughter, and unity even in simple surroundings. There may still be problems, but there’s also calmness in how those problems are faced.

Children respect parents. Spouses speak with gentleness. Forgiveness replaces pride. There’s joy in the air because the Prince of Peace is at home.

It’s not about how big your house is or how fancy your furniture looks — it’s about who lives there with you.

Why Some Homes Lack Peace

If arguments, shouting, and constant tension fill a home, it’s a sign that something spiritual is missing. God isn’t being hosted there.

Think about it — what happens when God isn’t at home?

• Sin and addictions thrive.
• Words become weapons instead of encouragements.
• TV shows and music bring filth instead of faith.
• Phones become idols, replacing family time and prayer.
• People stop praying, stop forgiving, stop listening.
• Anger and sometimes violence take dominion.

And slowly, the atmosphere turns heavy — like darkness creeping in after sunset.

The Guest Who Changes Everything

Imagine you invite a very important guest to stay in your house — maybe your country’s leader or someone you deeply admire. You’d clean the house, throw away the junk, and make sure every corner is spotless. You’d adjust your schedule, your habits, even your words, to honor that guest.

Now imagine the King of kings living in your home.
Would you still watch that show with filthy language or immoral scenes?
Would you still play that music filled with anger and lust?
Would you still speak harshly to your spouse or children?

Hosting God at home means rearranging your life to honor His presence.

How to Make Room for God at Home

Here are some simple, practical ways to invite and keep God’s presence at home:

1. Create a prayer space.
   A small corner where the Bible stays open, worship plays softly, and prayer flows regularly. It doesn’t have to be fancy — just sacred.
2. Guard your entertainment.
   Before playing a show or song, ask: Would Jesus sit and enjoy this with me? If the answer is no, skip it.
3. Watch your words.
   Speak kindly. Apologize quickly. Encourage often.
   Words build or break the spiritual atmosphere of your home.
4. Worship together.
   Even if it’s one song after dinner — worship invites heaven into your living room.
5. Read and reflect on Scripture.
   Make Bible reading a family rhythm — maybe a verse before bed or a short devotion at breakfast.
6. Keep peace intentionally.
   Don’t let arguments linger. Say sorry first. The Holy Spirit dwells in peace, not pride.

The Contrast — A Home Without God

A home without God may look beautiful on the outside but feels empty inside. There’s noise, but no joy. There’s money, there’s parties and social gatherings, but no contentment. There are words, but no real communication.

When God’s presence leaves, confusion enters. When prayer stops, complaining begins. When worship fades, worry grows.

King Saul once had God’s favor, but when God’s Spirit left him, torment filled his heart (1 Samuel 16:14). The same happens in homes — without God’s Spirit, peace is replaced by restlessness.

The Reward of an Undivided Home

When you choose to make your home a dwelling place for God, you’re building a spiritual fortress. God’s peace will guard your family, His wisdom will guide your decisions, and His joy will strengthen your relationships.

Your home will become like Obed-Edom’s — a place overflowing with blessing, laughter, and harmony.

It doesn’t happen overnight. But if you make small daily choices to honor His presence, your home will soon feel like heaven on earth.

Prayer:
“Lord, may my home be a place where You are honored and welcomed. Teach us to keep our hearts pure, our words gentle, and our worship constant. Let Your presence fill our home with peace, joy, and love — just like You did for Obed-Edom. Amen.”