A house - a place where one lives, a building for human habitation.

“A blessing starts at home, goes out into the church, community, to friends, family and to enemies as well.”

Tina Boesch in The Lost Art of Blessing.

When our adult sons moved into their own homes, I looked through the Bible for verses to pray over them. These Scriptures have blessed me as I prayed for them and for our own home, I hope it blesses you as well.

I pray, Lord, that everyone who passes by this house or apartment will be encouraged by the window displays, the flower pots on the porch and the music playing inside.

“Every house is built for a season but God is the builder of everything.”

Hebrews 3:4

Bless our entrance way O Lord

Keep us safe from harm

Travel and walk with us each day

Give us peace and calm.

“The Lord will watch over your coming and going both now and evermore.”

Psalm 121:8

Bless our lounge and living room

We work and meet friends here,

May visitors relax and always find,

Space to laugh and share.

“Speak to one another with psalms, hymns and spiritual songs. Sing and make music in your heart to the Lord.”

Ephesians 5:19

Bless the kitchen and dining room

Bless the fridge, pantry, store

May meals prepared and eaten here

Uplift, strengthen and cure.

“Whether you eat or drink, whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.”

1 Corinthians 10:31

In the bedroom help us sleep

Bless us as we retire for the day

Fill our thoughts with lots of good

Your word in our hearts inlay.

“He who watches over you will neither slumber nor sleep.”

Psalm 121:4

Lord, I pray for each person who walks into these doors, bless their

Bodily needs

Labor and work

Emotional needs

Social needs

Spiritual needs

Amen.

“May the grace of Jesus, the love of God and the friendship of the Holy Spirit bless you, today and always.”

2 Corinthians 13:14 paraphrased