I wrote this devotional for another project and decided to post it here. (Breaking out of my often shallow posting!!)
“Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.” Psalm 23:6
Our toddler son will from time to time will say, “I home.” That may not seem particularly interesting except for the fact that he has only arrived “home” a few months ago. My husband and I traveled to China and brought him home to be part of our family. Some have said “He doesn’t know how blessed he is.” But even at two years of age, he does truly seem to understand and appreciate his new forever family. When he says, “I home,” he will say it in a contented tone of voice. Of course, those words frequently bring tears to my eyes when I think of the things our son already has experienced. Not only was Bennett blessed by a home, my husband and I are also blessed by the joy that he brings.
I am so grateful for our forever family God provides for us as believers. Sometimes I watch people in the world and wonder how they do it without the security God provides for his children. I too need to express thankfulness to the Lord for caring for me!
Lord, today may we count our many blessings including our eternal home with you. Thank you for embracing us with your tender care. Amen
“Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.” Psalm 23:6
Our toddler son will from time to time will say, “I home.” That may not seem particularly interesting except for the fact that he has only arrived “home” a few months ago. My husband and I traveled to China and brought him home to be part of our family. Some have said “He doesn’t know how blessed he is.” But even at two years of age, he does truly seem to understand and appreciate his new forever family. When he says, “I home,” he will say it in a contented tone of voice. Of course, those words frequently bring tears to my eyes when I think of the things our son already has experienced. Not only was Bennett blessed by a home, my husband and I are also blessed by the joy that he brings.
I am so grateful for our forever family God provides for us as believers. Sometimes I watch people in the world and wonder how they do it without the security God provides for his children. I too need to express thankfulness to the Lord for caring for me!
Lord, today may we count our many blessings including our eternal home with you. Thank you for embracing us with your tender care. Amen
