HOW LOVELY (Part 2)

Psalm 84, known as the "pearl of psalms," speaks of the joy and loveliness of dwelling in God's presence. It also means, "dear, beloved." It is the beloved place to live. And it is your inheritance through Jesus Christ's death upon the cross for you.

Verse 6 tells us how that even when we go through the "valley of Baca" which means "the valley of tears or weeping" that it becomes a fountain or a place of refreshing springs. Maybe you are facing heartache and tears are flowing down your face. Perhaps you are in a desperate situation. When you dwell in Christ and put your trust in Him, He makes your valley into a place of refreshing.

And more than that. You will go "from strength to strength" (verse 8). In the midst of hardship you can become stronger and stronger every day. In fact, your sorrows and tribulations are for the purpose of growing you in Christ. When you dwell in God and trust Him to do His work in you, your difficulties mature you.

Don't let your mothering challenges frustrate you. Dwell in the lovely presence of God. Abide in Him. And instead of weakening, you will become a stronger mother each new day.

Blessings from Nancy Campbell