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"How Lovely Is Thy Dwelling Place" by KDMusic: Finding Refuge Through Song and Music


KDMusic's rendition of "How Lovely Is Thy Dwelling Place (Psalm 84)" is a heartfelt refuge. Imagine being 15 and carrying the weight of caring for your disabled parents who were disabled in a road traffic accident. That's exactly what happened to Dave. His home wasn't a happy or safe place. His safe place was at church—a place of laughter, singing, and just being a child with friends and trusted leaders.

KDMusic - How Lovely Is Thy Dwelling Place (Psalm 84)Dave would often sing this song on the way to get the bus to school, and he would sense the Lord's hand on his shoulder when he sang it. Years later, Dave is gifted with a great voice and musical talent and decided to create a new version of this song, a version using the favorite Northern Irish melody "The Homes of Donegal." A tune about visiting friendly homes, and you can imagine that this is also a good fit for a Psalm about wanting to 'linger in the house of the Lord'. 

Most listeners may already be familiar with the lyrics, lyrics that express a longing for God's presence. Dave sings this with thankful tears in his eyes. It is a very happy and comforting song for him, and you can sense that as you listen.

May this rendition of "How Lovely Is Thy Dwelling Place (Psalm 84)" remind you of the safe place that God has for you and encourage you to mingle with supportive people who share the same hope and values. I trust that you will enjoy the heartwarming sound, similar to the house jams or seisiuns you get in houses and pubs in Donegal.

(Related scripture: Psalm 84:10-11; Psalm 27:4; Matthew 6:26)

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