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His Hometown and Your Hometown

10 Thursday Dec 2020

Posted by davidkitz in Psalm 87, Psalms

≈ 8 Comments

Tags

city of God, hometown, Jerusalem, Ottawa, Zion

Reading: Psalm 87
Of the Sons of Korah. A psalm. A song.
He has founded his city on the holy mountain.
The L
ORD loves the gates of Zion
more than all the other dwellings of Jacob.
Glorious things are said of you,
city of God:
“I will record Rahab and Babylon
among those who acknowledge me—
Philistia too, and Tyre, along with Cush—
and will say, ‘This one was born in Zion.’”
Indeed, of Zion it will be said,
“This one and that one were born in her,
and the Most High himself will establish her.”
The L
ORD will write in the register of the peoples:
“This one was born in Zion.”
As they make music they will sing,
“All my fountains are in you”
(NIV).*

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Rideau Falls, Ottawa, ON — photo by David Kitz

Reflection
Do you love your hometown? I hope you do. I certainly love my hometown, or to be more accurate, my home city. I live in Ottawa, Canada’s capital city. Though I wasn’t born or raised in Ottawa, I chose to live here. There’s a lot to love about Ottawa. Like any major world capital, there are plenty of grand museums, galleries, historic buildings and monuments. But I think it’s their situation or setting that makes the city so attractive.

Ottawa is situated at the juncture point of three rivers. The scenic Rideau River winds its way through the city from the south before it plunges into the Ottawa River at the Rideau Falls. On the north shore of the Ottawa River the Gatineau River makes its entry after passing through the rugged Gatineau Hills. With three scenic rivers there’s an abundance of city parks and green space.

According to the psalmist, the LORD loves his hometown too. The LORD loves the gates of Zion more than all the other dwellings of Jacob. Glorious things are said of you, city of God.

During the Old Testament era the LORD (Yahweh) chose to dwell in Zion the citadel within Jerusalem. It was David who first brought the Ark of the Covenant to Zion after one of his successful military campaigns. (See 2 Samuel 6.) From that time forward Jerusalem has been called the city of God. It became the city of God because God dwelt there. In due course, Yahweh’s temple was built there.

What about your city or town? Does God dwell there? What truly makes a place remarkable or special is the One who lives there. The presence of God can turn a hut or a humble stable into the portal to heaven. If Jesus is enthroned in your heart then God is truly with you. He is in your city.

Response: LORD God, my body is a temple of the Holy Spirit. Thank you for being so personal—so intimate with me. I want to honor and serve you in my community. Be present and active here. Amen.

Your Turn: What do you like most about your community/city? Is God active in your community?

* New International Version, Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica

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In the City of our God

10 Sunday May 2020

Posted by davidkitz in Bible, Psalm 48, Psalms

≈ 8 Comments

Tags

city of God, king, Mount Zion, praise

I will praise the LORD!

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Morning glories in the city of our God — photo by David Kitz

Great is the LORD, and most worthy of praise,
    in the city of our God, his holy mountain.

Beautiful in its loftiness,
    the joy of the whole earth,
like the heights of Zaphon is Mount Zion,
    the city of the Great King.
God is in her citadels;
    he has shown himself to be her fortress.

  (Psalm 48:1-3, NIV)*

* New International Version, Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica

The LORD Almighty Is With Us

26 Sunday Apr 2020

Posted by davidkitz in Psalm 46, Psalms

≈ 3 Comments

Tags

city of God, fortress, God's help, nations

I will praise the LORD!

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Photo by David Kitz

There is a river whose streams make glad the city of God,
    the holy place where the Most High dwells.
God is within her, she will not fall;
    God will help her at break of day.
Nations are in uproar, kingdoms fall;
    he lifts his voice, the earth melts.

The LORD Almighty is with us;
    the God of Jacob is our fortress.

  (Psalm 46:4-7, NIV)*

* New International Version, Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica

Is God Living in your City?

16 Tuesday Jul 2019

Posted by davidkitz in Devotionals, Psalm 87, Psalms

≈ 4 Comments

Tags

city, city of God, community, dwelling, Ottawa

Reading: Psalm 87
Of the Sons of Korah. A psalm. A song.
He has founded his city on the holy mountain.
The L
ORD loves the gates of Zion
more than all the other dwellings of Jacob.
Glorious things are said of you,
city of God:
“I will record Rahab and Babylon
among those who acknowledge me—
Philistia too, and Tyre, along with Cush—
and will say, ‘This one was born in Zion.’”
Indeed, of Zion it will be said,
“This one and that one were born in her,
and the Most High himself will establish her.”
The L
ORD will write in the register of the peoples:
“This one was born in Zion.”
As they make music they will sing,
“All my fountains are in you”
(NIV).

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The Rideau Falls drop into the Ottawa River — photo by David Kitz

Reflection
Do you love your hometown? I hope you do. I certainly love my hometown, or to be more accurate, my home city. I live in Ottawa, Canada’s capital city. Though I wasn’t born or raised in Ottawa, I chose to live here. There’s a lot to love about Ottawa. Like any major world capital, there are plenty of grand museums, galleries, historic buildings and monuments. But I think it’s their situation or setting that makes the city so attractive. 

Ottawa is situated at the juncture point of three rivers. The scenic Rideau River winds its way through the city from the south before it plunges into the Ottawa River at the Rideau Falls. On the north shore of the Ottawa River the Gatineau River makes its entry after passing through the rugged Gatineau Hills. With three scenic rivers there’s an abundance of city parks and green space.

According to the psalmist, the LORD loves his hometown too. The LORD loves the gates of Zion more than all the other dwellings of Jacob. Glorious things are said of you, city of God.

During the Old Testament era the LORD chose to dwell in Zion the citadel within Jerusalem. It was David who first brought the Ark of the Covenant to Zion after one of his successful military campaigns. (See 2 Samuel 6.) From that time forward Jerusalem has been called the city of God. It became the city of God because God dwelt there. In due course, His temple was built there.

What about your city or town? Does God dwell there? What truly makes a place remarkable or special is the One who lives there. The presence of God can turn a hut or a humble stable into the portal to heaven. If Jesus is enthroned in your heart then God is truly with you. He is in your city.

Response: LORD God, my body is a temple of the Holy Spirit. Thank you for being so personal—so intimate with me. I want to honor and serve you in my community. Be present and active here. Amen.

Your Turn: What do you like most about your community/city? Is God active in your community?

Is Your Town a City of God?

20 Tuesday Feb 2018

Posted by davidkitz in Bible, Devotionals, Psalm 87, Psalms

≈ 1 Comment

Tags

Ark of the Covenant, capital, city, city of God, community, David, galleries, Gatineau River, historic buildings, Holy Spirit, Jerusalem, Jesus, John Ceprano, museums, Ottawa, Ottawa River, Remic Rapids Park, Rideau Falls, Rideau River, Zion

Reading:                                       Psalm 87

Of the Sons of Korah. A psalm. A song.
He has founded his city on the holy mountain.
The L
ORD loves the gates of Zion
more than all the other dwellings of Jacob.
Glorious things are said of you,
city of God:
“I will record Rahab and Babylon
among those who acknowledge me—
Philistia too, and Tyre, along with Cush—
and will say, ‘This one was born in Zion.’”
Indeed, of Zion it will be said,
“This one and that one were born in her,
and the Most High himself will establish her.”
The L
ORD will write in the register of the peoples:
“This one was born in Zion.”
As they make music they will sing,
“All my fountains are in you”
(NIV).

Reflection
Do you love your hometown? I hope you do. I certainly love my hometown, or to be more accurate, my home city. I live in Ottawa, Canada’s capital city. Though I wasn’t born or raised in Ottawa, I chose to live here. There’s a lot to love about Ottawa. Like any major world capital, there are plenty of grand museums, galleries, historic buildings and monuments. But I think it’s their situation or setting that makes the city so attractive.

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Remic Rapids Park, Ottawa, ON, balanced rock sculptures by John Ceprano — photo by David Kitz

 Ottawa is situated at the juncture point of three rivers. The scenic Rideau River winds its way through the city from the south before it plunges into the Ottawa River at the Rideau Falls. On the north shore of the Ottawa River the Gatineau River makes its entry after passing through the rugged Gatineau Hills. With three scenic rivers there’s an abundance of city parks and green space.

According to the psalmist, the LORD loves his hometown too. The LORD loves the gates of Zion more than all the other dwellings of Jacob. Glorious things are said of you, city of God.

During the Old Testament era the LORD chose to dwell in Zion the citadel within Jerusalem. It was David who first brought the Ark of the Covenant to Zion after one of his successful military campaigns. (See 2 Samuel 6.) From that time forward Jerusalem has been called the city of God. It became the city of God because God dwelt there. In due course, His temple was built there.

What about your city or town? Does God dwell there? What truly makes a place remarkable or special is the One who lives there. The presence of God can turn a hut or a humble stable into the portal to heaven. If Jesus is enthroned in your heart then God is truly with you. He is in your city.

Response: LORD God, my body is a temple of the Holy Spirit. Thank you for being so personal—so intimate with me. I want to honor and serve you in my community. Be present and active here. Amen.

Your Turn: What do you like most about your community/city? Is God active in your community?

The Holy Mount

08 Saturday Jul 2017

Posted by davidkitz in Bible, Psalm 87, Psalms

≈ 1 Comment

Tags

city of God, gates of Zion, glory, Jacob, Mount Zion, the LORD, Zion

I will praise Him!

2017-06-08

Wild Roses, Edmonton, Alberta — photo by David Kitz

On the holy mount stands the city he founded;
  the LORD loves the gates of Zion
    more than all the dwelling places of Jacob.
Glorious things are spoken of you,
    O city of God.

(Psalm 87:1-3, NIV)

God is within her

31 Friday Mar 2017

Posted by davidkitz in Psalm 46, Psalms

≈ 4 Comments

Tags

city of God, help, mountains, refuge, river, strams, strength, trouble

I will praise Him!

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Petrie Island, Orleans, ON — photo by David Kitz

God is our refuge and strength,
    an ever-present help in trouble.
Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way
    and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea,
though its waters roar and foam
    and the mountains quake with their surging.

There is a river whose streams make glad the city of God,
    the holy place where the Most High dwells.
God is within her, she will not fall;
    God will help her at break of day.

(Psalm 46:1-5, NIV)

The City of the Great King

04 Saturday Mar 2017

Posted by davidkitz in Psalms, Saturday's Psalm

≈ 2 Comments

Tags

city, city of God, fortress, God, Jerusalem, Mount Zion, Psalm 48, the LORD

I will praise Him!

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Via-Dolorosa in Jerusalem — photo courtesy of Lois Morrow

Great is the LORD, and most worthy of praise,
    in the city of our God, his holy mountain.

Beautiful in its loftiness,
    the joy of the whole earth,
like the heights of Zaphon is Mount Zion,
    the city of the Great King.
God is in her citadels;
    he has shown himself to be her fortress.

(Psalm 48:1-3, NIV)

There is a River

01 Wednesday Mar 2017

Posted by davidkitz in Mid-Week Medtiation, Psalms

≈ 2 Comments

Tags

Bilberry Creek, city of God, fear, God, mountains, Orleans, refuge, river, streams, strength

I will praise Him!

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Bilberry Creek, Orleans, ON — photo by David Kitz

God is our refuge and strength,
    an ever-present help in trouble.
 Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way
    and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea,
 though its waters roar and foam
    and the mountains quake with their surging.

There is a river whose streams make glad the city of God,
    the holy place where the Most High dwells.
God is within her, she will not fall;
    God will help her at break of day.

(Psalm 46:1-5, NIV)

The LORD of hosts is with us

05 Sunday Feb 2017

Posted by davidkitz in Psalms, Sunday's Psalm

≈ 8 Comments

Tags

city of God, God, Ottawa ON, Ottawa River, refuge, Remic Rapids Park, river

I will praise Him!

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Remic Rapids, on the Ottawa River, Ottawa, ON — photo by David Kitz

There is a river whose streams make glad the city of God,
    the holy place where the Most High dwells.
God is within her, she will not fall;
    God will help her at break of day.
Nations are in uproar, kingdoms fall;
    he lifts his voice, the earth melts.

The Lord Almighty is with us;
    the God of Jacob is our fortress.

(Psalm 46:4-7, NIV)

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