1-11-07 Psalms 15:1, 2

Psalms 15:1, 2 (KJ21)
(A Psalm of David)
LORD, who shall abide in Thy tabernacle? Who shall dwell in Thy holy hill? He that walketh uprightly and worketh righteousness, and speaketh the truth in his heart;

Psalms 15:1, 2 (NAS)
(A Psalm of David.)
O LORD, who may abide in Thy tent? Who may dwell on Thy holy hill? He who walks with integrity, and works righteousness, And speaks truth in his heart.

Psalms 15:1, 2 (NIVUS)
(A psalm of David)
LORD, who may dwell in your sanctuary? Who may live on your holy hill? He whose walk is blameless and who does what is righteous, who speaks the truth from his heart.

Psalms 15:1, 2 (NLT)
(A psalm of David)
Who may worship in your sanctuary, LORD? Who may enter your presence on your holy hill? Those who lead blameless lives and do what is right, speaking the truth from sincere hearts.

In the real estate section of your newspaper, you will most likely see houses listed as single family dwellings. People who choose to dwell together are usually close in relationship or blood ties. Those who live together without such bonds are usually unhappy with their living arrangements.

Israel's King David knew that not just anyone would be asked to abide in the Lord Jehovah's house. He, therefore, asked God who was eligible to take up residence in His tabernacle and to dwell in God's holy mountain. The answer he received was no surprise.

If you desire to settle down and remain in the temple of the Lord, then you must choose to walk according to His Word and His Law. Your path should be straight and upright. You should strive to do good, right, and pleasant things; when you pursue this course, you will discover that you will continually grow and prosper. You must practice righteousness, choosing those things that are clean, clear, and just.

Not only should your actions be right and virtuous, but your words and thoughts must also follow a similar pattern. You should only speak what is truthful and sure. People should be able to trust and rely on what you say. You should be a man or woman of your word.

Likewise, your thoughts should also be in agreement with your speech. You should not say one thing while thinking the opposite. Your whole being needs to be ruled by Adonai's Truth, His Word and His Law. If you commit to this type of lifestyle, then you will have a secure dwelling place with the Lord your God.