Known, Found, Loved

Reading the Word

O LORD, you have examined my heart and know everything about me. 2 You know when I sit down or stand up. You know my thoughts even when I’m far away. 3 You see me when I travel and when I rest at home. You know everything I do. 4 You know what I am going to say even before I say it, LORD. 5 You go before me and follow me. You place your hand of blessing on my head. 6 Such knowledge is too wonderful for me, too great for me to understand! (Psalm 139:1–6).

Getting Personal

What if someone knew . . .

. . . your deepest thoughts
. . . your true motives
. . . everything about your past
. . . your talents, abilities, and gifts
. . . your dreams and desires

Would you feel threatened? Afraid? Embarrassed? Relieved?

God knows. He has “examined” you. He understands who you are, what you have done, and why you do what you do. He even knows your secrets. And he stands ready to forgive, heal, correct, guide, affirm, protect, and conform you to the image of his Son (Romans 8:29).

God knows who you are and where you are. And he wants what’s best for you. Follow his ways.

Talking to God

Thank you, Lord, for your unlimited knowledge and love. Help me to know you more and to live for you.

Adapted from On Eagles Wings by Dave Veerman (Carol Stream, IL: Tyndale House Publishers, 1995), used by permission.

Known, Found, Loved