Image of Mount Hermon in Palestine
Psalm 133
How very good and pleasant it is when kindred live together in unity! It is like the precious oil on the head, running down upon the beard, on the beard of Aaron, running down over the collar of his robes. It is like the dew of Hermon, which falls on the mountains of Zion. For there the Lord ordained his blessing, life forevermore.
Three verses, and that's the chapter of Psalm 133. But three very powerful verses that I've had to read both for myself and for some meetings that I have attended or presided over. Verse one sums up the desire of God for all meetings. I've often (mis)quoted Jesus as having said, "Where two or three are gathered, there's going to be trouble." Sadly, that's not far from the truth in some instances. You and I have been at special events, i.e. weddings, funerals, births, finance committees, where instead of some celebration taking place the worst in people comes out. The word kindred in this translation speaks volumes of the need for those related in some way, either by blood, marriage, or even faith, but especially faith in God, should interact. The brother mentioned in verse two is the famous one who helped Moses in his ministry. And the purpose of all meetings should be for there to be unity in all things.
The anointing of a person, such as Aaron, meant that the oil poured on his head would flow down from his hair, over his face and beard, to the collar of his robes. Mount Hermon, the highest peak in Palestine is often snowcapped and it provides dew down the mountain. This covering of blessing should cover those who meet together for whatever reason, especially in the service of God. For where the brothers and sisters agree on the positive for the work and good of God and God's people, God's blessing will be there; ultimately "life evermore."
Today, find a chance to speak a positive word about your purpose and relationship with someone who might need to hear it. You will be a blessing from God!
PRAYER: Indeed, loving God, in all of my dealings this day, speak a word of hope and peace, so that indeed unity may be present. This I ask in Christ Jesus' precious and powerful name, amen.
Have a great and blessed day in the Lord!
Eradio Valverde
