Thoughts about God's Love for Me
Everyone has times when we may not feel as loved by God as at other times. Perhaps we hold fast to the belief that He loves us, but wonder if He "likes" us or accepts us? Let's remind ourselves of these truths:
God's love AND acceptance is unconditional. When I'm having a strong walk of faith, He loves me. When my walk of faith is weak or falters, He loves me. When I vacillate between strong one moment (or day) and weak the next, He loves me. His love for me is the great external constant in the midst of all my daily inconsistencies!
Psalm 40:1-2 "I waited patiently for the Lord. He turned to me and heard my cry. He lifted me out of the slimy pit, out of the mud and mire. He set my feet on a rock and gave me a firm place to stand."
Psalm 21:66 "You have made [me] glad with the joy of Your presence."
THE LORD IS MY SHEPHERD [Psalm 23]
The Lord is my Shepherd [That's Relationship!]. I shall not want [That's Supply!]. He makes me to lie down in green pastures [That's Rest!]. He leads me beside the still waters [That's Refreshment!]. He restores my soul [That's Healing!]. He leads me in the paths of righteousness [That's Guidance!] For His name's sake [That's Purpose]. Yea, though I walk through the valley of shadow of death [That's Testing!], I will fear no evil [That's Protection!]. For Thou art with me [That's Faithfulness!]. Thy rod and Thy staff, they comfort me [That's Discipline!]. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies [That's Hope!]. You annoint my head with oil [That's Consecration!]. My cup overflows [That's Abundance!]. Surely, goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life [That's Blessing!], and I will dwell in the house of the Lord [That's Security!] Forever [And That's Eternity!].
Amen!
