Building the House
Life is busy for many. It's easy to keep on going through the motions, the everyday chores of living, making a living, creating a home, raising a family. Just to keep juggling all the balls in the air, to do all the things we have to do or have set ourselves to do, can become an end in itself. It's easy to lose sight of why we do what we're doing. We can forget our true purpose. Psalm 127 reflects on the tasks of life and relationships in the family and community - all things that require human effort to build and maintain. But the Psalm reminds us that these things are gifts of God. Ultimately we depend entirely on God for life, protection, peace and fruitfulness. The opening verse reads, "Unless the Lord builds the house, those who build it labour in vain. Unless the Lord guards the city, the guard keeps watch in vain." Psalm 127: 1 Lord, you are ever watchful and bless us with your gifts; as you provide for all our needs, so ...