October 7th, 2023

I believe God is near even when I cannot sense His presence. I believe He loves me even when I act in the most unloving ways. I am amazed at His patience and His persistence, but I am thankful too! I am thankful that He is a very present help in the time of trouble and that He hears me when I call, no matter how far I may have wandered or how disobedient I may have been. I am thankful that whatever concerns me concerns Him.

“Who among the gods is like you, O Lord? Who is like you –
majestic in holiness, awesome in glory, working wonders?”

— Exodus 15:11

Lord Jesus, be nearer than the breath we breathe and closer than life itself. In Your holy name I pray. Amen.