When you think about various dwellings in your story, what comes to mind? What makes certain places especially significant in your story?
Have you ever found yourself intrigued by a celebrities’ home? What is the draw?
Read 1 Corinthians 3:16-17. What do these verses tell us about God’s dwelling?
What encourages you about the connection between the Garden, Tabernacle, Temple, and Sanctuary?
How have you seen the words of Matthew 18:20 be true in your experience with the local church?
1 Corinthians 3:17 contains some harsh language for those who destroy God’s temple. Have you seen destruction come mostly from outside the church or inside the church?
How does the reminder that the local church is the dwelling place of God challenge you today? How is God inviting you to respond to this truth about his church?
How does Revelation 21:1-5 speak to you today regarding our eternal dwelling?
Spend some time praying that God would allow Sanctuary to continue to be a place powerfully indwelt by the Holy Spirit.
