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Look in the Mirror

This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate on it day and night.

JOSHUA 1:8

Understanding the importance of balance in home design means considering how symmetry can assist us. Symmetry provides balance by using mirror images on two different sides of a central axis point. While these images don’t have to be exact matches, the closer in similarity they are, the easier the symmetry is to feel.

Becoming like Christ should be the goal of Christ followers, but this doesn’t occur automatically. While we are filled with the Holy Spirit at salvation, we must also choose to work through that Holy Spirit power to do in us the sanctifying work of becoming like Christ. Scripture teaches us to conform our minds and patterns through the Holy Spirit’s help, but this passage specifies our responsibility in this process. Meditating on God’s Word requires time and patience. In today’s climate this is practically impossible without intentional discipline. But skipping this step stunts our growth.

design tip

Using symmetry in a room requires an understanding of your central axis point and placing two pieces on either side. A pair of lamps, wall art pieces, or topiaries can help with creating symmetry.

Lord, help me remember to not always be busy doing, but rather to be flexible with my time to include those you love by inviting them into my space in comfort and rest.