Monday, December 1, 2025

Scripture: Psalm 122

Advent Devotion

Joy in the House of God

Psalm 122 is a psalm of people traveling together, families, friends, whole communities—making their way toward Jerusalem with joy and expectation. When I read it, I’m reminded how meaningful it is to come into a place where we feel at home, where prayers have been whispered for generations, and where God meets us in both our gladness and our weariness.

But the psalm also teaches us something comforting: God’s presence isn’t limited to a sanctuary. Just as the pilgrims felt God’s nearness on the road, we can feel God’s peace in our kitchens, our cars, our workplaces, and even in the chaos of the day. Advent invites us to walk toward God’s light together, trusting that God’s peace, God’s shalom, meets us wherever we are and binds us to one another in love.

May you feel that sense of belonging today. And may this season remind you that you are part of a people walking toward the light, one hopeful step at a time.

Prayer:
God of peace, help us walk in your light today. Let your presence meet us wherever we are, and surround us with a sense of belonging and hope. Amen.