There are few things more personal than the place we call home.
Some of us grew up in the same house for years, where every hallway holds a memory. Others have moved often, watching seasons change with every new address. But no matter the structure, the size, or the location, we all understand this truth: a house is more than lumber and brick. It carries our stories, our struggles, our laughter, and our prayers.
In Psalm 127, Solomon writes with striking clarity:
“Unless the Lord builds the house, the builders labor in vain. Unless the Lord watches over the city, the guards stand watch in vain. In vain you rise early and stay up late, toiling for food to eat—
or he grants sleep to those he loves.” — Psalm 127:1-2 (NIV)
Solomon was no stranger to construction. He built the temple. He built palaces. He oversaw great projects that defined a generation. And yet, under the inspiration of the Spirit, he reminds us that even the most impressive structure is empty without the Lord at the center.
This week I’ve prepared a new message centered on this very theme, titled “More Than a House.”
This sermon isn’t simply about family systems or parenting strategies. It is about foundation. It’s about placing Jesus at the center of our homes. It is about recognizing that effort alone cannot sustain what only God can establish. We may rise early. We may work hard. We may try to hold everything together. But if Christ is not central, something essential is missing.
This message explores what it truly means to build a godly home, one shaped by daily dependence on Jesus. Please take a moment and check it out. You can find it located on the Sermons Page of this site.
My prayer for you is not merely that your house would stand, but that your home would flourish. That peace would guard your rooms. That faith would be visible in your conversations. That Christ would not simply be honored in theory, but welcomed in practice.
Your home matters to God. The atmosphere you cultivate matters. The spiritual direction you choose matters.
I pray this message strengthens your resolve, renews your vision, and reminds you that when the Lord builds the house, your labor is never in vain.