TEMPLE BUILT WITHOUT HANDS

 

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Good -Life Devotional: TEMPLE BUILT WITHOUT HANDS

By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi
John 2:19–20; Mark 14:58
   Jesus declared, “Destroy this temple, and in three days I will raise it up” (John 2:19). John explains that Jesus was referring to His body, not a physical building (John 2:21). Similarly, in Mark 14:58, His words were misunderstood by religious leaders who placed greater emphasis on physical structures than on God's redemptive purpose.
   Religion often measures success by the magnificence of church buildings, while God is more concerned about the spiritual and moral development of human beings. Some nations boast elaborate religious edifices while their populations struggle with extreme poverty. Although God is not against building places of worship, there must be a balance between constructing buildings and building lives. Jesus taught that true worship is not confined to geographical locations (John 4:21–24).
    The Church is described as the house of God, the pillar and ground of truth (1 Timothy 3:15). Christ is our great High Priest (Hebrews 10:21), while believers are living stones being built into a spiritual house (1 Peter 2:5). God does not dwell in temples made with human hands (Acts 17:24–25). Through the Holy Spirit, the believer becomes God's dwelling place (1 Corinthians 6:19; Ephesians 2:22).
    Furthermore, judgment must begin at the house of God (1 Peter 4:17). Therefore, the Church must demonstrate righteousness, holiness, compassion and integrity, setting moral standards for the world.
REFLECTION: God's greatest building project is not an impressive religious edifice but transformed human lives. We must invest in building people, raising disciples and demonstrating Christ's character.
PRAYER:  Heavenly Father forgive me of my sins against you I believe Jesus Christ died and was raised again for my salvation I receive Him as Lord and saviour and receive the Holy Spirit and power to  promote Christ like values . Father, help us prioritize Your presence, build godly lives and establish a Church that reflects Your righteousness on earth, in Jesus' name. Amen.
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