Sometimes, I can speak to myself pretty negatively. When I make a simple mistake, I can criticize my efforts and my execution. When I say something harsh or unkind, I can question my intentions and character. Fortunately, God thinks about me in far different ways and with much different terms. It amazes me that He thinks about me at all, let alone that He thinks about me with love and compassion.
Psalm 40:17 says, “As for me, I am poor and needy, but the Lord takes thought for me. You are my help and my deliverer; do not delay, O my God!” No matter how weak and foolish that we think we are, we can take courage knowing that God is thinking about us and will provide the help that we need. He is thinking about you and me all the time, knowing what we need and making the right moves to give us what we need. He desires the best for each of us. Let us respond to Him in praise, thanksgiving, and love.
Reluctant Retiree 