Building a new home is more than just a physical structure; it’s about creating a space filled with love, faith, and hope. As you embark on this significant journey, the wisdom found in the Bible can provide guidance and inspiration. These verses remind us of the importance of laying a solid foundation, not only for our homes but also for our lives and relationships.
From the significance of God’s presence in our dwelling places to the encouragement to nurture a loving environment, these passages will resonate with anyone seeking to establish a home grounded in faith. Let these verses inspire you as you create a sanctuary that reflects your values and beliefs.
Through wisdom a house is built, and by understanding it is established.
Unless the LORD builds the house, they labor in vain who build it.
Therefore whoever hears these sayings of Mine, and does them, I will liken him to a wise man who built his house on the rock.
My people will dwell in a peaceful habitation, in secure dwellings, and in quiet resting places.
For every house is built by someone, but He who built all things is God.
In the house of the righteous there is much treasure, but trouble befalls the income of the wicked.
Consider now, for the LORD has chosen you to build a house for the sanctuary; be strong and do it.
Trust in the LORD, and do good; dwell in the land, and feed on His faithfulness.
He shall build a house for My name, and I will establish the throne of his kingdom forever.
But as for me and my house, we will serve the LORD.
You also, as living stones, are being built up a spiritual house, a holy priesthood, to offer up spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ.
Better to dwell in a corner of a housetop than in a house shared with a contentious woman.
Therefore thus says the LORD: I am returning to Jerusalem with mercy; My house shall be built in it.
But everyone who hears these sayings of Mine, and does not do them, will be like a foolish man who built his house on the sand.
Enlarge the place of your tent, and let them stretch out the curtains of your dwellings; do not spare; lengthen your cords, and strengthen your stakes.
Set your mind on things above, not on things on the earth.
The curse of the LORD is on the house of the wicked, but He blesses the home of the just.
Now therefore, you are no longer strangers and foreigners, but fellow citizens with the saints and members of the household of God.
If you were pure and upright, surely now He would awake for you, and prosper your rightful dwelling place.
Even the sparrow has found a home, and the swallow a nest for herself, where she may lay her young—
Nevertheless the solid foundation of God stands, having this seal: The Lord knows those who are His, and, Let everyone who names the name of Christ depart from iniquity.
Better is a dry morsel with quietness than a house full of feasting with strife.
So it shall be, when the LORD your God brings you into the land of which He swore to your fathers, to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, to give you large and beautiful cities which you did not build.
And my God shall supply all your needs according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus.
Houses and riches are an inheritance from fathers, but a prudent wife is from the LORD.
He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.
So I answered them and said to them, The God of heaven Himself will prosper us; therefore we His servants will arise and build.
He is like a man building a house, who dug deep and laid the foundation on the rock.
They shall build houses and inhabit them; they shall plant vineyards and eat their fruit.
For we are God’s fellow workers; you are God’s field, you are God’s building.
God sets the solitary in families; He brings out those who are bound into prosperity; but the rebellious dwell in a dry land.
And let them make Me a sanctuary, that I may dwell among them.
Let them do good, that they be rich in good works, ready to give, willing to share.
Famous and Strong Quotes about building a new home
Home is not where you live, but where they understand you.
For most of history, Anonymous was a woman.
What we think, we become.
I built a cabin in the woods, and there I found myself.
Not all those who wander are lost.
Nurturing Our New Home in Faith
Dear Heavenly Father,
As we stand at the beginning of this new chapter, we lift our hearts in gratitude for the opportunity to build a new home. We ask for Your guidance and blessings throughout this journey. May our efforts reflect Your love and grace, infusing every brick and beam with purpose.
Lord, please grant us wisdom in our decisions, patience in the challenges we may face, and unity as we work together to create a haven filled with Your peace. Let our home be a place of joy, hospitality, and love, where family and friends gather in Your presence.
We pray that Your spirit dwells within these walls and that this space becomes a sanctuary for worship and friendship. Help us to extend kindness to our neighbors and to be a light in our community.
In every detail, let us honor You, trusting that You will provide all we need as we build this new home. Thank You for Your unfailing love and support in all that we do.
In Jesus’ name, we pray, Amen.