I can recall a few childhood antics I would never want to be convicted of, a few stupid plans I would not want to be associated with now, as an adult. It is even more convicting to realize that God knows it all; God knew it all before I even contrived the plan. As a rebellious teen I felt hemmed in, stifled, and over-protected. Now, as an adult, I realize while I did pull a few things over on my parents, I never out smarted God. The Psalmist, David writes, “I'm an open book to you; even from a distance, you know what I'm thinking. You know when I leave and when I get back; I'm never out of your sight. You know everything I'm going to say before I start the first sentence.”(Ps 139:2-4) These words are a comfort to me. As I grow in wisdom and in years I feel God’s presence in my life and don’t look at it as intrusive or confining but as loving.
Approaching each day with the understanding God knows every thought I have keeps me humble. Understanding He sees every move I make keeps me focused. Knowing He forgives me all my sins keeps me going. I can't escape Him and I don't want to.
Read the entire text for today at Biblegateway and Psalms 139:1-12
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Wonderful reminders this morning: "I can't outsmart God...I can't escape Him and I don't want to." I am so grateful for a Father who understands, forgives me and loves me unconditionally. Thanks, Judy for a joyful start to my day!
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