Genesis 16:13 (NIV) [from the life of Hagar, Sarai’s maid] 13She gave this name to the LORD who spoke to her: “You are the God who sees me,” for she said, “I have now seen the One who sees me.”
Genesis 28:15-16 (NIV) [from the life of Jacob] 15 “I am with you and will watch over you wherever you go, and I will bring you back to this land. I will not leave you until I have done what I have promised you.” 16When Jacob awoke from his sleep, he thought, “Surely the LORD is in this place, and I was not aware of it.”
Joshua 1:5, 9 (NIV) [from the life of Joshua] 5... “As I was with Moses, so I will be with you; I will never leave you nor forsake you”. ... 9 “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go.”
I have been blessed to reach my senior years, and I recognize that the majority of my readers also fall into the “Senior” category. Along with the accumulation of birthdays comes new concerns, new challenges, new worries. Truth be told, probably topping the list are worries about finances, health, and particularly being left alone.
Our God is eternal. He is ageless. He is timeless. His presence is everywhere at all times and in all places. We are never alone. Human companionship may come and go; relationships wax and wane; but our loving Heavenly Father is ever-present. He is the God who sees us. He is with us and will watch over us, whether we are aware of his presence or not. Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid. The LORD our God is with us wherever we go, and He is with us wherever we stay.
Gracious Heavenly Father,
You know every thought of our hearts, and as we age, you know the worries and concerns that pull us away from you. Restore peace in our minds and hearts. Thank you for your tender and compassionate watch-care over us.
In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
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