From today's devotional
It's always interesting to compare siblings' scrapbooks. For the most part, you can tell which one is the firstborn, because he or she tends to have more pictures and mementos than the others. Photos are taken of every imaginable "first," "second," and "third" in that baby's life. But when it comes to the kids who follow...let's just say things tend to be less extensive.
Now, here's a wonderful fact when it comes to God: If He had a scrapbook on your life, it wouldn't only be extensive, it would be exhaustive! He was there from your very first moment of existence. Absolutely everything you've ever experienced-your first breath, the first time you opened your eyes, the first time you discovered your fingers, your first step, your first word-all of it was captured and framed in the heart of God!
Meditate on that for a moment. He has been there from the beginning of your existence, fully aware of you before you were ever aware of yourself. And not only that, but He's been with you every step of your life since then. There's nothing about you-no detail, no decision, nor date that escapes or eludes His attention. He took you from your mother's womb and has upheld you ever since. Just imagine the book He has on you!
Nobody knows you like God does. Not your spouse, not your children, not your best friend, not even your own mother. He knows all the good-and the not-so-good, and yet He still loves and accepts you unconditionally. This day, celebrate the fact that you're fully known, fully loved, and fully accepted by the Father!
Our great God and Father, in light of Your place and presence in our lives, we just want to thank You for being who You are. Thank you!
Nobody knows you like God does. He knows all the good-and the not-so-good, and yet He still loves and accepts you unconditionally. This day, celebrate the fact that you're fully known, fully loved, and fully accepted by the Father!
Think about it...
What does this passage reveal to me about God?
What does this passage reveal to me about myself?
Based on this, what changes do I need to make?
What is my prayer for today?
