Scripture

“I was glad when they said to me, ‘Let us go to the house of the Lord!’” Psalm 122:1

Reflections

The Roman poet Sextus is the one credited with first saying, “Absence makes the heart grow fonder.”

During the time of pandemic, we found this to be particularly true.  When worship services went online for a period of time, we really started to appreciate what we were missing.  Without the usual social settings, we found ourselves becoming more isolated and alone.  The people we used to take for granted now hold a more special place within our hearts.  We missed each other.  We valued each other even more.

As people, we have our moments when we can easily get distanced from God.  Something happens.  The evil one breaks into our world and lives.  The next thing we know, we find ourselves drifting away from God.

During the Covid pandemic, some returned to a more normal life before others.  When it comes to our relationship with God, what matters most is that we’re pointed in His direction with our hearts turned to Him.

Like the city of Jerusalem itself, God doesn’t move.  He is always there.  True joy is found in returning to Him.

Prayer

Lord God, thank you for being a constant within my life.  When I find myself distanced from you, redirect me.  Draw me back to you.  In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

Full Reading: Psalm 122